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Oct 29, 2026 at 3:03 AM ET
Hegseth fires Pentagon chief planner Brett Sylvia
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired Brett Sylvia, the Pentagon’s chief planner, according to Middle East Eye. Sylvia’s predecessor, Joseph McGee, was also forced to retire by Hegseth, the outlet reported.
WHO: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
WHAT: Hegseth fired Pentagon chief planner Brett Sylvia.
WHEN: Reported Oct 29, 2026 at 2:47 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The reason for Sylvia’s firing was not reported.
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