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US Cuts General and Admiral Billets by 20% in Military Reform Push

Secretary of Defense Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in the number of generals and admirals, fulfilling his earlier pledge to trim the senior officer corps he called bloated. The move signals a shift in force structure priorities, likely aimed at streamlining command and reallocating resources. Details on which billets are cut and the impact on operational readiness remain unclear.

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