Hegseth Purges Top Army Leadership

The dismissal of General George was reportedly effective immediately, with General Christopher LaNeve set to take over as acting chief of staff.

Hegseth's 'Pentagon purge' has targeted several senior officers, with critics alleging the moves are politically motivated and undermine military readiness during the Iran war.

Republican lawmakers have offered mixed reactions, with some praising the secretary's decisiveness while others have vowed to investigate the lack of explanation for the firings.

This leadership churn comes as the US military faces its most significant combat challenges in decades.