Milley's Security Detail Revoked, Conduct Under Review

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has taken a significant step, stripping former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mark Milley of his security detail and clearance. This move comes with an order for the Defense Department's inspector general to review Milley's conduct. The goal? To determine if Milley's military rank should be re-evaluated. This decision was announced by Pentagon spokesman John Ullyot, but the specific reasons behind it remain unclear. Milley served under both former President Joe Biden and Donald Trump during his tenure. He faced criticism from Trump over various issues, including his role in the 2020 photo-op at a church amid protests over George Floyd's death. Additionally, Milley called China's military leader to assure them the U. S. had no plans for military conflict, following intelligence that China feared an attack. Milley also played a pivotal role in the U. S. withdrawal from Afghanistan under Biden. Despite military leaders recommending a small troop presence beyond the deadline, the withdrawal went ahead as planned. Recently, Milley's portraits were removed from the Pentagon, adding to the speculations surrounding his future.