"US Army Plans to Cut 32,000 Jobs, Shift Focus to Russia and China"
The U.S. Army plans to reduce its force structure by cutting 32,000 billets over five years, including 3,000 in special operations, in order to address recruiting shortfalls and shift manpower to emerging efforts like directed energy and multi-domain task force teams. The cuts will come from outdated focus areas like counterterrorism and counterinsurgency, with a focus on adapting ahead of emerging threats. Additionally, the Army is concerned about potential budget shortfalls impacting operations and maintenance, including support for Ukraine and Israel, and may have to cancel planned military exercises if supplemental funding is not received.