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 position 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 will Donald Trump’s return to the presidency potentially impact military leadership dynamics and key personnel decisions within the Pentagon?
### Short Interview with Military Analyst Dr. Sarah Jenkins
**Moderator:** Welcome to our special segment where we discuss the evolving dynamics in U.S. military leadership following the recent election. Today, we have Dr. Sarah Jenkins, a military affairs analyst, joining us to delve into these changes. Dr. Jenkins, thank you for being here.
**Dr. Jenkins:** Thank you for having me.
**Moderator:** We’re seeing reports about significant changes in the Pentagon with the return of Donald Trump to the presidency. Can you expand on what this might mean for military leadership?
**Dr. Jenkins:** Absolutely. Historically, when a new administration takes over, especially one with a different political ideology, we can expect a shift in key military positions. Reports suggest that upon Trump’s return, there will be a purge of several high-ranking officials, including potentially the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. This could lead to significant shifts in military policy and direction as Trump is expected to appoint individuals who align more closely with his vision.
**Moderator:** That sounds quite drastic. Along with military leadership changes, there are discussions about policy alterations, especially regarding reproductive health within the armed forces. Can you elaborate on that?
**Dr. Jenkins:** Yes, there’s a lot of speculation about Trump rolling back several Biden-era policies. Notably, one significant change could be the rollback of the policy that allows military personnel to take leave for reproductive health services, such as seeking an abortion, and receive reimbursement for travel costs. This policy was seen as a step forward for service members’ health rights, so reversing it could create a considerable backlash among service members and advocates for military families [[1](https://www.politico.com/news/2024/11/06/trump-pentagon-defense-abortion-policy-00187836)].
**Moderator:** How do you think service members will react to these potential changes?
**Dr. Jenkins:** I believe there’s going to be considerable concern among service members and their families. The military’s ability to attract and retain talent hinges not only on pay and benefits but on a supportive environment. Changes that seem to undermine personal liberties could lead to dissatisfaction and drive some to reconsider their career in the military.
**Moderator:** Thank you, Dr. Jenkins, for your insights. It seems we’re on the brink of significant changes in military leadership and policy that could shape the armed forces in the coming years.
**Dr. Jenkins:** Thank you for having me. It will certainly be important to monitor these developments closely.
**Moderator:** And thank you to our viewers for tuning in. We’ll keep you updated on these issues as they unfold.
