The U.S. Army has suspended the commander of Fort Hamilton, a military base in Brooklyn, New York, while an investigation is conducted. The suspension comes after an incident involving portraits of former President Donald Trump and former Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth being turned to face the wall. The commander, who is the first woman to lead the base, has been temporarily relieved of her responsibilities.
Army officials confirmed the suspension and stated that an inquiry is underway to determine the facts of the situation. The incident has sparked debate and raised questions about political expression within the military. Fort Hamilton, established in 1825, is one of the oldest continuously operating military posts in the United States.
The Army has not released further details about the investigation but emphasized its commitment to upholding military regulations and maintaining a non-partisan environment.
Army Suspends Fort Hamilton Commander After Trump Portrait Incident
The U.S. Army has suspended the commander of Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn, New York, pending an investigation. This action follows an incident where portraits of former President Donald Trump and former Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth were found turned to face the wall. The commander, the first woman to hold the position, has been temporarily relieved of her duties. The Army is looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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