Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an investigation into retired general Mark Milley — who often clashed with President Trump — and determine whether he should be reduced in rank.

The Pentagon has revoked the security detail and clearance for retired general Mark Milley, a former top US military commander who has been critical of President Donald Trump. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the move as one of his first acts in office,

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday revoked the security detail and security clearance for Gen. Mark Milley, according to Pentagon spokesman John Ullyot, an unprecedented move against the former top US general who became a frequent target of President Donald Trump.

Newly minted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stripped the personal security detail and security clearance of former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Army Gen. Mark Milley on Tuesday.