Hegseth to cut number of US general and admiral positions by 20%

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to cut 20% of positions reserved for generals and admirals, affecting leadership across the Army, Navy, and Air Force. He is expected to announce this during his 'State of the Force' address at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia. The reduction will target approximately 800 flag and general officer positions and is to be completed by January 1, 2027, potentially impacting the careers of hundreds of current and rising military leaders.