Breaking news: Trump fires the country’s senior military officer

Joint Chiefs chairmen traditionally remain in place as administrations change.

View in browser Feb. 21, 2025, 8:19 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Kenny Holston/The New York Times Trump Fires the Country's Senior Military Officer President Trump fired the Joint Chiefs chairman, a role that traditionally remains in place as administrations change. Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., a four-star fighter pilot, was only the second African American to hold the job. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018