Trump, Hegseth Lay Out Culture, Policy Reforms in Address to Military Leaders

The secretary of war called a gathering of U.S. generals, admirals, and senior enlisted troops to Marine Corps Base Quantico.
Trump, Hegseth Lay Out Culture, Policy Reforms in Address to Military Leaders
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth speaks to senior military leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Quantico, Va., on Sept. 30, 2025. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images
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QUANTICO, Va.—President Donald Trump and War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sept. 30 addressed a gathering of hundreds of generals, admirals, and senior enlisted troops at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, to outline their efforts to reshape the military and reform its policies.

During his remarks, Trump highlighted improved recruiting and retention figures, increased defense spending, and plans to develop new weapons systems and capabilities, including the F-47 stealth fighter and an overhauled missile defense network.

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