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Trump has ordered most U.S. troops to withdraw from Somalia

The Pentagon said Friday it was pulling most U.S. troops out of Somalia at the behest of President Donald Trump, continuing post-election pressure by Mr. Trump to reduce U.S. involvement in counterterrorism missions abroad. Without giving details, the Pentagon said in a brief statement that U.S. forces in Somalia Most …

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Trump has ordered most U.S. troops to withdraw from Somalia

The Pentagon said Friday it was pulling out most U.S. troops from Somalia at the behest of President Donald Trump, continuing post-election pressure by Mr. Trump to reduce U.S. involvement in counterterrorism missions abroad. Without giving details, the Pentagon said in a brief statement that U.S. forces in Somalia Most …

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Trump Nominees Hearing Withdrew After Fury Over Islam Comments

A Senate committee canceled a confirmation hearing on a former general’s controversial nomination for a top Pentagon position. By LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press July 30, 2020 9:01 PM 3 min read Share on FacebookShare on TwitterEmail this article WASHINGTON – A Senate committee abruptly canceled a confirmation hearing Thursday …

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