Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s speech on Wednesday went far beyond the expected deep cuts to the number of generals and admirals, laying out a new blueprint for the military he envisions is needed for future wars.
During a speech to junior troops at Marine Corps Base Quantico — an address delivered one year after the defense secretary summoned 800 flag officers to the same location for a speech on fitness and culture — Hegseth presented six initiatives aimed at significantly changing how the US military develops weapons, protects its domestic infrastructure, positions its forces at home, and cultivates specific religious and patriotic…
