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Trump Transition Team Considers 'Warrior Board' to Purge 'Woke' Top Military Officers

Nov 12, 2024, 10:24 PM

The Trump transition team is considering a draft executive order to establish a 'warrior board' composed of retired senior military personnel. This board would have the authority to review and recommend the removal of three- and four-star officers deemed unfit for leadership, including those labeled as 'woke.' The proposed executive order aims to upend the traditional military review process and has raised concerns about the potential politicization of the military. The Wall Street Journal reports that this move could signal a significant shift in how military leadership is evaluated and removed, bypassing the Pentagon's regular promotion system. As commander in chief, Trump has the power to fire any officer at will.