President Obama Laying The Groundwork For A New Joint Chiefs And Sec. Of Defense

President Barack Obama, flanked by Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Joint Chiefs Chairman Adm. Michael Mullen, listens to the national anthem during a ceremony marking the events of September 11th at the Pentagon, Sept. 11, 2010, (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

Obama May Opt For New Military Advisers -- Washington Times

4 Joint Chiefs terms to end.

President Obama, who has clashed with the military top brass over war and gays, will soon have a chance to reshape the Joint Chiefs of Staff as he faces contentious decisions next year on withdrawing troops from Afghanistan and on ending some weapons systems.

The admirals and generals who today make up the six Joint Chiefs were largely nurtured by Bush administration Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld, who took a keen interest in finding and promoting officers who impressed him.

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My Comment: President Obama is going to shape the Joint Chiefs and much of the National Security/Pentagon establishment into his own image. Expect major changes not only in the top brackets of the military, but also on those who expect to be promoted to the rank of General.