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Hegseth thwarted internal efforts to extend top Army general’s career
Gen. Christopher Donahue, described as a top warfighter, was denied an extension of his career amid efforts by the Trump administration to remove senior military leaders. Hegseth reportedly blocked internal attempts to prolong Donahue's tenure.
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