U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin will retire in early November after serving just two years of a four-year term, marking the latest early departure of a senior military officer under President Donald Trump.
The Air Force disclosed the retirement in a statement through the Pentagon, noting that Allvin would continue in his role until the Senate confirms a successor to ensure a smooth transition, The New York Times reported Tuesday.
Air Force Secretary Troy Meink praised Allvin’s leadership, stating, “The Air Force is fortunate to have leaders like Gen. Dave Allvin.” No successor was immediately named.
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