US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced that he is terminating 20% of the military's generals and admirals. This decision was made public on October 1, 2026.
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US Secretary of Defense announces 20% reduction in military commanders
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced a reduction of 20% in the number of military generals and admirals. The announcement was made on October 1, 2026.
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