President Donald Trump has reportedly overturned restrictive policies from the previous administration that limited military commanders’ ability to carry out airstrikes and raids against terrorist targets.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a directive restoring authority to commanders in the field, cutting bureaucratic red tape and allowing for quicker, more decisive action against threats.
This move marks a return to Trump’s earlier counterterrorism strategies, which proved highly effective in dismantling ISIS and weakening hostile groups worldwide.
A senior Pentagon official emphasized that this policy shift enhances the military’s ability to eliminate terrorist threats before they can escalate.
The new guidelines permit broader targeting, including groups such as al Shabaab in Somalia and the Houthis in Yemen—organizations that have long operated with minimal consequences due to excessive restrictions under prior administrations.
The Obama and Biden administrations had required a drawn-out approval process, often delaying crucial operations and enabling terrorist groups to regroup.
Since implementing the revised policy, U.S. forces have carried out several successful airstrikes in Iraq, Syria, and Somalia, striking key terrorist strongholds.
While critics argue about the risk of increased civilian casualties, supporters contend that prioritizing America’s security and eliminating threats must take precedence.
In a bold move to ensure military efficiency, Hegseth has also dismissed several senior Judge Advocate General (JAG) officers.
These legal advisors, often viewed as bureaucratic obstacles to swift military action, had gained significant influence under prior leadership.
By restructuring legal oversight within the Pentagon, the administration aims to cut unnecessary delays and ensure military decisions are guided by national security interests rather than political correctness.
These changes reflect a broader shift toward a stronger, more decisive military posture—one that prioritizes American strength and security over endless deliberation.
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