Hegseth Ousts Army Chief Randy George and Two Generals Amid Iran Conflict
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has abruptly removed Gen. Randy George as Army chief of staff and relieved two other senior generals amid ongoing tensions with Iran. According to Pentagon sources, George was told to retire immediately. Maj. Gen. William Green Jr. and Gen. David Hodne were also dismissed the same day without prior notice to senior Army leadership. Officials learned of the changes only when they were announced publicly. Many within the Army describe the move as sudden and poorly planned, leaving little room for debate. As chief of staff, George had overseen air and missile defense deployments and advised top military leaders. His close ties to the previous defense secretary and a perceived rivalry with Hegseth are seen as factors in his forced departure.
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