US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth
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30 points
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April 02, 2026
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Discussion Highlights (5 comments)
mothballed
There should probably be some kind of elected position, independent from the three branches, who's sole task is to veto presidential orders to the armed forces. The president having war powers without authorization of congress is probably desirable since congress is too slow, but some quick in the loop sanity check would be useful.
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Earlier this week, however, Hegseth reversed an Army decision to investigate Army pilots who were flying attack helicopters near singer Kid Rock's house, in an apparent show of support for the vocal Trump backer. The corruption is never-ending.
segmondy
behold the incoming attempt at oct coup
jacquesm
So, what are the odds of nukes/ground invasion/flyby being the cause for this (other than competence)?
mitchbob
https://archive.ph/2026.04.03-000904/https://www.reuters.com...