Chuck Hagel: Why I’m worried about our military
Political independence and ethics are the bedrock of our Armed Forces. Today, I am concerned that both are in danger.As a former secretary of defense and U.S. senator, I have always believed a secretary of defense had two main responsibilities: one, the defense and security of our nation, and two, supporting the men and women in the Department of Defense who ensure it.
Political independence and ethics are the bedrock of our military. Today, I am concerned that both are in danger. If we begin to compromise those standards by politicizing the Department of Defense, the character of the military could change inexorably, putting its very effectiveness at risk. I am also alarmed by reports that Mr. Trump may seek to establish a “warrior board” of retired military personnel that would evaluate and determine the future of three- and four-star generals and admirals. This is a dangerous idea that violates the very essence of the most stable, respected and nonpolitical military in the world. The Pentagon is the largest and one of the most diverse and complicated entities in our government.
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