US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has initiated a significant restructuring of the military hierarchy, demanding a 20% reduction in four-star officers and a 10% decrease in generals. This move, intended to enhance efficiency, has sparked criticism regarding the potential politicization of the military. Critics, including Congressman Seth Moulton, express concern that these reductions may target officers who disagree with the current administration. Hegseth defends the cuts as necessary to strip away bureaucratic obstacles, but others warn it undermines the nonpartisan foundation of armed forces.
Hegseth stated, "By reducing one in five top positions, we are aiming to break down unnecessary bureaucratic layers and promote efficiency within the military."
Critic Seth Moulton argued, "Hegseth's actions suggest a formal framework to dismiss generals who do not align with his political views, threatening the apolitical nature of our armed forces."
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