Strickland Presses Pete Hegseth on Firing of General Randy George and Military Promotion Integrity

This press release from Representative Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) was published on 2026-04-29 and titled "Strickland Presses Pete Hegseth on Firing of General Randy George and Military Promotion Integrity". It focuses on taxes and touches on defense.

Strickland Presses Pete Hegseth on Firing of General Randy George and Military Promotion Integrity

Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 12, 2026, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland questioned U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Strickland questioned Hegseth s decision to fire General George and his decision to deny four qualified servicemembers the promotion to Brigadier General. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: [ ] The post Strickland Presses Pete Hegseth on Firing of General Randy George and Military Promotion Integrity appeared first on Marilyn Strickland .