Trump fires the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Trump announced the dismissal of Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. and said he would nominate Lt. Gen. Dan Caine, a retired three-star general, to succeed him as the top U.S. military officer.

Feb 22, 2025 - 05:02
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Trump fires the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
U.S. Air Force General Charles Brown testifies during his confirmation hearing on July 11, 2023.

Trump announced the dismissal of Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. and said he would nominate Lt. Gen. Dan Caine, a retired three-star general, to succeed him as the top U.S. military officer.

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