Pentagon turmoil deepens as Hegseth consolidates control
Summary
The Pentagon is going through a major leadership crisis while also facing challenges in military readiness during the Iran war. Pete Hegseth has removed many senior military leaders, leaving key positions vacant and causing concerns about the U.S. military’s ability to handle ongoing and future threats.Key Facts
- Pete Hegseth controls the Pentagon amid the Iran war, overseeing fewer senior leaders and less military equipment than before.
- Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned after conflicts with Hegseth, leaving the Army without full civilian or military leadership.
- Hegseth has fired or forced out more than two dozen top military officers, remaking much of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
- He has personally blocked the promotion of at least 45 officers this year, including many Black, Hispanic, and female officers.
- Senior commanders warned that prolonged deployments to the Iran war are harming U.S. military readiness in other regions.
- The Navy reported that only about 25% of its destroyers are ready to deploy, with key ships diverted to the Middle East.
- Patriot missile supplies are heavily used in the Iran war, reducing availability for NATO and potential conflicts with China.
- The Pentagon has not held a press briefing for almost four months and limited public access, despite earlier promises of transparency.
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