Air Force Shake-Up: Gen David Allvin's Early Retirement

Gen David Allvin, the Air Force's chief of staff, will retire early amidst a leadership shake-up under President Trump's administration. Allvin, appointed by President Biden, will continue until his successor is confirmed by the Senate. This follows a pattern of top military officials stepping down or being dismissed.

General David Allvin, the Air Force's chief of staff, will retire early from his post as part of a broader military leadership shake-up occurring during President Donald Trump's second term.

Appointed by President Joe Biden, Allvin will continue to serve until a new chief is approved by the Senate, with expectations to retire around November 1.

Allvin's departure fits into a larger trend, as Trump's administration restructures military leadership, targeting officers endorsing diversity programs amid an efficiency drive by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

(With inputs from agencies.)