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Defense Secretary Revokes Gen. Milley’s Security Clearance, Launches Investigation

Defense Secretary Hegseth revokes Gen. Milley’s clearance amid investigations into his conduct during Trump's presidency, exacerbating tensions between Milley and Trump.

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The revocation of Gen. Milley's security clearance and detail represents a troubling trend of retribution against those who have challenged President Trump's authority, raising serious concerns about accountability and the integrity of our national security.
Pete Hegseth tells Mark Milley the Pentagon is pulling his security detail and clearance
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The decision to strip Milley of his clearance and security detail underscores a troubling shift in the Defense Department's commitment to accountability and the integrity of military oversight.
Defense secretary pulls Trump critic Gen. Milley's security clearance and protective detail
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This attack on General Milley, of course, comes from a secretary of defense now who claimed he was going to get politics out of the military and was going to focus on readiness and creating a warrior culture.
‘Obscene!’ Morning Joe Crew Blast Pete Hegseth For Revoking Mark Milley’s Security Detail
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The military's commitment to accountability and the chain of command is being emphasized, as new leadership at the Pentagon takes decisive steps against those perceived to have undermined it.
Defense secretary revokes Mark Milley's security detail and orders IG review
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The recent actions taken against Gen. Milley underscore the escalating tensions between Trump and military leadership, revealing an unsettling turn as accountability appears to be prioritized over due process.
Hegseth strips Milley of security detail, orders investigation
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The Pentagon's decision to strip Gen Mark Milley of his security detail and clearance underscores the ongoing tumultuous relationship between military leaders and Trump's administration, reflecting a broader pattern of retribution against those who have openly criticized the former president.
Pentagon strips Gen Mark Milley of US security detail and clearance
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The revocation of Gen. Mark Milley's security clearance underscores the Pentagon's commitment to restoring accountability and reinforcing the integrity of the chain of command, particularly in light of past criticisms surrounding Milley's conduct.
Pentagon Revokes Gen. Mark Milley’s Security Clearance, Pulls Security Detail
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The actions of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth against Gen. Mark Milley appear to be a politically motivated assault on accountability and transparency, aiming to settle scores rather than uphold national security.
Defense secretary pulls Trump critic Gen. Milley's security clearance and protective detail
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The harsh actions taken against Gen. Milley signal a troubling precedent for accountability and integrity within the military, raising questions about political motivations overshadowing genuine concerns for national security.
Defense Secretary Hegseth Pulls Gen. Milley's Security Clearance, Detail
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The recent actions taken against retired Gen. Mark Milley highlight a troubling pattern of undermining military leadership that could pose risks to national security, echoing a broader agenda under the current administration.
Gen. Mark Milley's security detail and security clearance revoked, Pentagon says
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The recent moves by newly appointed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth against retired Gen. Mark Milley signal a troubling precedent in the erosion of military leadership integrity, as actions taken under the guise of accountability appear to reflect deeper political motives.
Sec. Hegseth to remove security detail, clearance for retired Gen. Milley: Report
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The latest actions targeting General Milley are emblematic of a broader and troubling trend of political retribution that seeks to undermine accountability and diminish the integrity of military leadership in the face of partisan animosity.
New Pentagon Chief Will Strip Gen. Mark Milley Of Security Detail, Clearance: Reports
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The recent actions taken by Secretary Hegseth against General Milley highlight a significant push to restore accountability within the military, as undermining the chain of command poses a serious threat to national security.
Hegseth Pulls Milley's Security Detail, Suspends Clearance, Orders Review
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The ongoing campaign against former General Milley by the Trump administration highlights a vindictive attempt to reshape the military narrative and settle scores, as evidenced by the removal of his security detail and portraits within the Pentagon.
Hegseth cutting Milley’s security detail, eyes stripping him of star
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The swift removal of General Milley's portraits from the Pentagon marks an alarming shift toward a culture of retribution and political purging within the military under Trump's influence.
NEW: Pete Hegseth to ‘immediately’ pull Mark Milley’s security detail, retired general may face demotion
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Hegseth's decision to dismantle Milley's security and probe his conduct underscores the deep-seated tensions between the Pentagon and Trump's former general, reflecting an administration keen on reshaping the narrative around military leadership in its wake.
Pentagon to revoke Gen. Mark Milley’s security detail, probe if he should be demoted in rank: report
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Jan 28th, 2025, 10:51 PM ET

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On January 29, 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revoked retired Gen. Mark Milley's security clearance and detail, prompting an investigation into Milley's conduct. This inquiry will assess whether his actions as Joint Chiefs Chairman—particularly regarding Trump administration controversies—were inappropriate. Milley was previously criticized by Trump for alleged treasonous calls with China's military and comments about Trump's leadership style. Hegseth emphasized the importance of restoring accountability and maintaining a clear chain of command. This marks a broader trend of revocations affecting former Trump officials, reflecting ongoing tensions within the Pentagon and the Biden administration's unusual preemptive pardon for Milley.

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