Hegseth summons U.S. top military brass for rare meeting
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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has called a rare meeting of hundreds of senior generals and admirals, stationed around the world, to gather in person. The Pentagon hasn't publicly said why. But as a government shutdown looms, speculation is raising that a mass purge may take place.
Breakdown
- U.S. military generals have been summoned to Quantico, Virginia, for a rare meeting. 29s
- The purpose of the meeting remains unclear, with little explanation from the President or Vice President. 48s
- Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently removed several senior officers and aims to cut 20 percent of top military leadership. 1m 33s
- Hegseth has called for a redefinition of U.S. military engagement and a reduction in international commitments. 1m 51s
- The U.S. is signaling a shift away from internationalism and collective defense. 2m 16s