U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hagset decided to quickly gather all American generals for a meeting next week, including those currently abroad. This news has caused a wave of concern among the military, as no specific reason has been given, spurring rumors and speculation about potential threats.
According to Bloomberg, the meeting is scheduled for the end of the fiscal year when a 'shutdown' may occur in Washington. Such a situation could lead to financial issues with travel for officials, including military personnel.
Preparation for discussing strategic aspects of defense policy
For this reason, Hagset plans to discuss key aspects of the U.S. National Defense Strategy with the generals. A representative from the defense industry confirmed that strategic issues will be at the forefront of this meeting.
U.S. President Donald Trump responded to the wave of questions regarding the unexpected gathering of generals, noting that it is standard practice and there is no cause for concern. 'Why is everyone so surprised? It’s not something bad,' he emphasized. Vice President Jay D. Vance expressed a similar sentiment, stressing that it is perfectly normal.
Despite officials' statements, the very fact of the unexpected nature of the gathering and the involvement of such a large number of generals has caused real anxiety among the military, reporters say.
The U.S. Secretary of Defense convened the meeting with generals without a specific explanation for this unexpected action. The meeting will take place just before the end of the fiscal year, when the possibility of a 'shutdown' creates instability in funding government programs. Despite official explanations, the reasons for this decision remain unclear, causing anxiety among the military.