US President Donald Trump has dismissed General Charles 'CQ' Brown, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, amid a major overhaul of top military leadership. This move follows criticism from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over Brown's focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the military. Trump has announced plans to nominate retired Air Force Lt Gen Dan Caine as Brown's replacement, signaling a shift in military priorities towards its core mission.
Palantir Technologies' stock fell by 10% following reports of potential Pentagon budget cuts, raising concerns over future government contract revenues. Despite recent gains, the company faces uncertainty as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposes an 8% annual reduction in defense spending over the next five years.
President Donald Trump has tasked Elon Musk with investigating wasteful spending in the U.S. Department of Education and the Pentagon, aiming to cut down on fraud and abuse. This move has sparked controversy and opposition from some Democrats.
In a recent congressional hearing, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert sparked discussions on potential underwater alien bases and government transparency related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs). The session featured testimonies from notable experts and revolved around public and governmental perceptions of UFOs, national security, and alleged secretive projects. Despite denials of extraterrestrial evidence, the hearing underscored a growing tension between public curiosity and official secrecy.