Event Brief
Hegseth ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
Filed: Apr 02, 2026 at 5:01 PM ET
Summary: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Gen. Randy George to retire, seeking a leader aligned with Trump's vision for the Army.
WHO: Pete Hegseth
WHAT: asked Gen. Randy George to step down and retire
WHEN: Apr 02, 2026 at 4:55 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: No reason was given for the appointment.
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