"The latest: Holsey, in a statement shared on X, said he was retiring from the Navy in mid-December after decades of service. "The SOUTHCOM team has made lasting contributions to the defense of our nation and will continue to do so," he said. Holsey did not directly address the boat strikes in his message."
"Holsey had expressed concerns about military attacks on alleged drug boats, according to the New York Times. Another outlet, Reuters, reported there was tension brewing between the admiral and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth."
Admiral Holsey will retire from the Navy in mid-December after decades of service. He said the SOUTHCOM team has made lasting contributions to the defense of the nation and will continue to do so. Holsey did not directly address the boat strikes in his message. He had previously expressed concerns about military attacks on alleged drug boats. Tension was reported between the admiral and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The retirement joins a growing list of military ousters during the current administration and underscores disputes over operational decisions and leadership.
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