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 ideals.
For starters, the Pentagon is getting...
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