Pentagon strips Milley of US security detail and clearance

Source: BBC News [UK State Media]

“The Pentagon has revoked the security detail and clearance for Gen Mark Milley, a former US general who has been critical of US President Donald Trump. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the move as one of his first acts in office, asking officials to investigate Gen Milley’s ‘conduct’ and review his military grade. Gen Milley previously served as the top US general during Trump’s first term but later criticised his former boss, and was quoted calling him a ‘fascist’. Since returning to office, Trump has revoked security protections for a handful of former officials with whom he has clashed, including former top health official Anthony Fauci. Trump previously accused Gen Milley of treason for phone calls he held with his Chinese counterpart during the final weeks of his first Trump presidency, including in the wake of a riot at the US Capitol building by Trump’s supporters in 2021.” (01/29/25)

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3jd798kpzo