U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly preparing to remove multiple generals and senior military officers as early as this week, according to congressional sources familiar with internal discussions. This unprecedented leadership overhaul follows Hegseth’s November remarks vowing to eliminate officials promoting woke military policies over combat readiness.
A confidential list of potential dismissals has circulated across Capitol Hill, signaling heightened tensions between Pentagon leadership and political oversight. “Either you’re in for warfighting, and that’s it,” Hegseth declared during a recent podcast interview, emphasizing his controversial stance.
“Any general or admiral involved in DEI [Diversity, Equity, Inclusion] initiatives needs to go. That’s the only litmus test that matters.”
Military analysts warn this purge could destabilize critical operations:
- Rapid leadership gaps in active combat zones
- Erosion of institutional diversity programs
- Potential recruitment crises among Gen Z servicemembers
The Secretary’s February 2025 Warsaw press conference, where he emphasized NATO cohesion, now appears at odds with current domestic maneuvers. White House insiders speculate these dismissals align with former President Trump’s vision for an ideologically purified military, though constitutional experts question the legality of politically motivated terminations.
With three major commands reportedly facing immediate leadership reviews, Defense Department morale has plummeted to七年来的最低点 according to internal surveys. Career officers describe an atmosphere of “strategic paralysis” as mid-level commanders brace for potential restructuring.
This developing situation raises urgent questions about the balancing of political ideology and military efficacy. Further updates are expected as congressional oversight committees demand transparency about the alleged termination list’s criteria and origins.