Hegseth announces a new drone command and cuts to 20% of generals in ‘State of the Force’ speech

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that the U.S. military will cut 20% of its generals and admirals.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is announcing some major changes to the U.S. military in what he calls his “State of the Force” address.
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