“Hegseth Slashes 20% of US Generals & Admirals: Retired Generals React” — what this page in the network covers. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a 20% cut to the US military's generals and admirals, approximately 170 officer slots, by January 1. In his "State of the Force" address, Hegseth said, "The ideological clowns are out. The patriotic cowboys are in, with testosterone testing on top." This target is double the percentage target for cutting general and flag officer positions, up from a 10% reduction he had directed in May 2025.
Retired generals have reacted to the announcement, with some expressing concern about the impact on military readiness and leadership. The cuts are part of a broader effort to streamline the military's top ranks and reduce bureaucracy. Hegseth's remarks have sparked debate about the role of ideology in military leadership. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.