After the victory of the former American president in the presidential election in the United States, the news of Donald Trump and his loyalists are intertwined on the world scene. Elon Musk, who criticized Donald Trump in the past, found his way into the White House, while now there are reports that top positions in the Pentagon, such as the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, National Guard, etc., are going to be furloughed because Donald With Trump assuming the presidency, several officers including the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff will be dismissed.
In the United States, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is the head of the armed forces.
According to the foreign news agency “Reuters”, two independent sources confirmed that a list has been prepared, including the name of the chairman of the Pentagon’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, who will be dismissed.
It should be noted that Trump will take office as the President of the United States on November 5, and a source in his new administration confirmed that the news of a major change in the Pentagon has caused a stir throughout the organization and that the list being prepared is small. There is also the possibility of change.
Earlier in his election campaign, Donald Trump has given a threatening message to the military journals that criticized the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan in 2021.
Another source said the incoming administration would likely focus on U.S. military officers linked to Trump’s former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Mark Milley.
Mark Milley was quoted in Bob Woodward’s book “War,” published last month, as describing Trump as “fundamentally fascist” and Trump’s allies considering him to be with the former president. He was targeted for infidelity.
Another source said that any person or official who received a position from Mark Milley will be fired. According to sources, the list of people who have been supported by Mark Milley is long.
It should be noted that the Joint Chiefs of Staff is the highest rank in the US military and includes the heads of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, National Guard and Space Force.
The plans to fire senior leaders of the US armed forces were revealed a day before the presidential election, when Trump chose Pat Hegseth as his defense secretary.
Pat Hegseth has been a Fox News commentator and veteran who has expressed his intention to purge the Pentagon of undesirables.
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**How can the potential politicization of the military be prevented amid shifts in leadership following Trump’s election victory?**
**Interview with Military Affairs Expert Dr. Linda Anderson on Recent Developments in U.S. Defense Leadership Following Trump’s Election Victory**
**Editor**: Welcome, Dr. Anderson. We’re seeing a significant shift in the U.S. military leadership landscape since Donald Trump’s recent election victory. Can you provide some context about these developments?
**Dr. Anderson**: Thank you for having me. Indeed, the aftermath of Donald Trump’s victory has raised considerable concerns within both the military and political communities. Reports suggest that Trump plans to make sweeping changes to the Pentagon, including dismissing top military officials potentially involved in previous leadership decisions. This includes the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who oversees the armed forces.
**Editor**: That’s quite alarming. How might this affect the structure and function of the military?
**Dr. Anderson**: Well, such a shake-up could lead to significant instability within military operations. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff plays a critical role in advising the President on military matters and ensuring cohesion among the different branches. If Trump moves forward with this purge, it might politicize the military, which could have long-term ramifications for national security and defense strategies [[1](https://www.politico.com/news/2024/11/12/defense-world-reacts-to-trump-pick-pete-hegseth-00189221)].
**Editor**: Alongside this, there are reports about Elon Musk becoming involved with the White House. What implications does this have in the broader context of Trump’s administration?
**Dr. Anderson**: Elon Musk’s increased presence signals a melding of technology and policy, which could significantly reshape military strategy, especially regarding defense technology and innovation. Trump and Musk have had a complex relationship, but Musk’s influence in the tech sector might provide the administration with more direct access to advancements that could be militarily beneficial. However, this could also lead to conflicts of interest and biases in technological adoption in the defense space [[1](https://www.politico.com/news/2024/11/12/defense-world-reacts-to-trump-pick-pete-hegseth-00189221)].
**Editor**: You mentioned concerns about politicizing the military. What can be done to prevent that from happening during this transition?
**Dr. Anderson**: The key will be transparency and adherence to established norms that separate military leadership from political influences. Ensuring that appointments are based on merit and strategic needs rather than political loyalty is essential. Institutions like the Senate Armed Services Committee will need to play a vital role in scrutinizing these changes to safeguard the integrity of military operations.
**Editor**: Thank you, Dr. Anderson, for your insights on these pressing issues. It’s clear that the upcoming months will be critical for the military and national security under this new administration.
**Dr. Anderson**: Thank you for having me. It will be a pivotal time, and we must remain vigilant about these developments.
