Hegseth Blocks Promotions of Four Army Officers as Purge Widens

The turmoil has left a leadership vacuum in the Army at a moment when it is trying to find ways to defend troops against the threat posed by cheap drones.

Army chief of staff General Randy George insisted on conducting a probe into whether the Pentagon violated protocol after the military performed a flyby around MAGA musician Kid Rock’s Tennessee estate—and a No Kings protest. Days later, he was fired. George was reportedly advised by the Army’s No. 2 officer, General

The US Army faces a leadership void with no permanent chief of staff. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed several senior officers, impacting leadership continuity. This occurs while American bases in West Asia endure drone and missile attacks. The Army's senior civilian official is also expected to depart soo

The Army has not had a chief of staff, its top officer, since Hegseth fired Gen Randy George in April. Officials said there is no sign that Pete Hegseth is close to naming his replacement

The Army has not had a chief of staff since Hegseth fired General Randy George without explanation in April.