NYT
Hegseth’s Purge of Top Generals Leaves the Army Rudderless
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth removed several senior military leaders from their positions. The removals occurred as the Army prepares for operational changes related to drone warfare capabilities.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/25/us/hegseth-purge-army-generals.html