Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the firing of Admiral Lisa Franchetti, becoming the first woman appointed to Chief of Naval Operations. This decision followed President Trump's announcement of the dismissal of General Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Hegseth conveyed gratitude for the service of Franchetti and General Slife, who is also being replaced. The shift in military leadership reflects an intention to focus on core military missions of deterrence and warfighting under Trump's administration, contextualizing significant changes in the military hierarchy.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the firing of Admiral Lisa Franchetti, the first female Chief of Naval Operations, along with key military leadership changes under President Trump's administration.
Hegseth emphasized the need for new leadership focused on deterring and winning wars, acknowledging the distinguished service of Admiral Franchetti and General Slife.
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