Behind the scenes of the Mattis bombshell: More resignations expected after ‘protest’ exit.. By Jenn

[mystery-ak]

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Behind the scenes of the Mattis bombshell: More resignations expected after ‘protest’ exit

By Jennifer Griffin, Lucas Tomlinson | Fox News

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis’ resignation, which shocked Washington’s national security establishment and rattled America’s allies, was sealed in a fateful 18-hour period that saw President Trump resolve to withdraw troops from Syria – alarming Pentagon officials who see America’s role in the region as crucial.

For Mattis, the president’s order was the final straw, Fox News is told.

“Make no mistake – Jim Mattis is resigning in protest over the president's national security policies,” a senior U.S. defense official told Fox News.

Fox News is told more resignations at the Pentagon could be coming in Mattis’ wake.

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https://www.foxnews.com/politics/behind-the-scenes-of-the-mattis-bombshell-more-resignations-expected-after-protest-exit

   

[truth_seeker]

Military-Industrial-Intelligence complex, will not submit easily.

Yet since WWII, they have failed to win a major conflict. Instead they insist on permanent, half-measure engagements.

Aside from the specifics of Syria, they simply resist Trump.