Trump Fires Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Amid Shocking Late-Night Military Shake-Up
President Donald Trump has fired Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, sidelining a history-making fighter pilot and respected officer.

President Donald Trump abruptly fired Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Friday, sidelining a history-making fighter pilot and respected officer. The move was made without explanation or prior warning to Congress. Two other high-ranking military officers have also been relieved of their duties in connection with the firings. Trump's actions have raised questions about his intentions behind the sudden changes.