US Defense Secretary Hegseth touts 20% cut in high-ranking military officers as he reshapes armed forces

In a testosterone-charged speech on the 'State of the Force' on Wednesday, Pete Hegseth confirmed the terms of the cultural revolution under way in the military and announced a series of measures aimed at preparing the country for future wars.
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