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Tillis slams Hegseth for “impulsive decisions not grounded in reality”
- Tillis criticized Hegseth and aides for what he called impulsive, reality-free decisions affecting U.S. force posture.
- The criticism followed NOTUS reporting on plans to downgrade Europe-Africa command and replace a four-star general.
- Tillis warned that replacing Gen. Christopher Donahue would not serve national interests or servicemembers.
- Tillis noted his past criticism of Hegseth and his eventual support for confirmation, despite reservations.
- Tillis said he would retire from the Senate, leaving him as a vocal GOP critic of Trump-era defense leadership.
- The Pentagon had not confirmed the NOTUS report or commented when MS NOW sought input.
- Tillis linked the reported moves to broader force restructuring in Europe and potential policy shifts.
- Tillis accused Hegseth of disrespecting allies and top military professionals with poor decisions.
- The exchange followed reporting by NOTUS on the planned downgrade and personnel moves.
- Tillis urged a merit-based approach over what he called Hegseth’s mediocre leadership.
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