Event Brief
Gen. Chris Donahue set to retire after Defense Sec. ire
Filed: Jun 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: Gen. Chris Donahue is set to retire, with sources saying Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth took issue with him.
WHO: Gen. Chris Donahue; Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
WHAT: Gen. Chris Donahue is set to retire amid reported discontent from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
WHEN: Jun 24, 2026 at 6:42 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had earned his ire, according to multiple sources.
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