The dismissal of the U.S. Navy secretary after a blowup between Trump and military commanders was met with approval by supporters of the president but criticism by Democrats
WASHINGTON—President Trump ordered U.S. defense officials to allow a Navy SEAL to remain a member of the elite group, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Monday, a move that ended a controversy that had pit military commanders against the White House and cost the Navy secretary his post.
Mr. Trump’s order came in a phone call Sunday to Mr. Esper, the Pentagon chief said, instructing that Chief Petty Officer Edward Gallagher be allowed to retain membership as a SEAL despite his involvement in a war-crimes case. In a statement...
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