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Nov 15, 2024 The discussion centers on Trump's controversial plan to create a 'warrior board' aimed at purging top military officials in favor of loyal junior officers. Historical comparisons raise alarms about potential risks to national security. The impact on morale and global perceptions, particularly regarding adversaries like Putin, is examined. Michael Popok also emphasizes the importance of Congressional pushback, urging House Democrats to leverage budget negotiations to thwart the executive order and protect military integrity.
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Planned 'Warrior Board' To Purge Generals
- Michael Popok explains Trump plans an executive order to create a 'warrior board' to purge senior generals he deems disloyal.
- This repurposes an old WWII 'pluck board' concept into a political loyalty test for promotions.
Loyalists Planned For Defense Leadership
- Michael Popok links Trump picking Pete Hegseth and possible Tulsi Gabbard allies to executing the purge and politicizing the military.
- He warns this could turn the armed forces into a loyalist MAGA force used for domestic aims like immigration enforcement.
Trump's History With Generals Foreshadows Conflict
- Popok recounts Trump's historical fascination with loyal generals and his conflict with senior officers who resisted his worst instincts.
- He emphasizes past tensions with John Kelly and Mark Milley as proof of that dynamic.