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Defense Secretary's Moves Spark Readiness Concerns
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to fire top generals and admirals has sparked criticism from Sen. Mark Kelly, who claims the moves damage national security and readiness. Hegseth has defended the firings as promoting accountability, but several top Republican senators have expressed concerns over the lack of consultation with Congress. The controversy has also raised allegations of politically motivated firings, with some accusing Hegseth of targeting officers based on their identity. The issue was first reported by Nexstar Media Inc.