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breaking•Oct 15, 2026, 04:32 PM ET

Ousted general warned of missile defense shortage before Iran war

Verified reporting recorded across United States indicates that army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, said the shortage of missile defense munitions would extend into 2030. The development carries significant operational and public interest implications for communities across the United States.

By Alexander Hayes, National Bureau Chief
Ousted general warned of missile defense shortage before Iran war
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Ousted general warned of missile defense shortage before Iran war: Official reporting from the CBS News US National confirms active developments in United States. Americans in affected communities should review primary guidance and follow verified bulletins.

“Ousted general warned of missile defense shortage before Iran war: Official reporting from the CBS News US National confirms active developments in United States. Americans in affected communities should review primary guidance and follow verified bulletins.”

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  • •Official Issuing Wire: CBS News US National
  • •Headline: Ousted general warned of missile defense shortage before Iran war
  • •Executive Briefing: Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, said the shortage of missile defense munitions would extend into 2030.

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Verified reporting recorded across United States indicates that army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, said the shortage of missile defense munitions would extend into 2030. The development carries significant operational and public interest implications for communities across the United States.

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> "Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, said the shortage of missile defense munitions would extend into 2030."

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  • Official Issuing Wire: CBS News US National
  • Headline: Ousted general warned of missile defense shortage before Iran war
  • Executive Briefing: Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, said the shortage of missile defense munitions would extend into 2030.
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    Oct 15, 04:32 PM ET
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    Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, said the shortage of missile defense munitions would extend into 2030.

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