Hegseth reportedly fires U.S. top military planner as Trump downplays Iran peace talks
Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia was removed as head of strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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Hegseth reportedly fires U.S. top military planner as Trump downplays Iran peace talks
National Trade News policy desk (2026-10-29): Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia was removed as head of strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Primary source: original at CNBC Top News (cnbc.com).