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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Katie Hawkinson

Hegseth’s latest purge of top generals is down to his ‘paranoia’ over fears of losing his own job, report claims

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s concerns about losing his job prompted the recent firings of top U.S. Army officials, a new report claims.

Hegseth reportedly forced out Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George this week, along with Gen. David Hodne and Maj. Gen. William Green Jr.

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