Hegseth Goes ‘Full DOGE Mode,’ Demands Pentagon Slash Legal Bureaucracy

Pete Hegseth has ordered a sweeping review of legal operations across the Pentagon, calling for a “ruthless, no-excuses review” aimed at eliminating bureaucratic duplication and clarifying authority between military and civilian lawyers. Hegseth said judge advocates should focus on advising commanders and supporting warfighting operations, while civilian legal teams handle areas such as acquisitions, litigation, environmental issues, and personnel matters.