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Hegseth asks Army chief Gen. Randy George to step down
The Pentagon confirmed Thursday that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked Army chief Gen. Randy George to step down and take early retirement, the latest senior leadership removal as the United States wages war against Iran.
Apr 2nd 2026 · United States
Insights
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth requested that Gen. Randy George take early retirement as Army chief of staff.
- George has served as Army chief of staff since August 2023.
- A Pentagon official confirmed the request on condition of anonymity.
- The move is the latest in more than a dozen firings of senior generals and admirals by Hegseth since he took office last year.
- CBS News was first to report the ouster.
Sources
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