In a surprising move, the Pentagon has removed a portrait of retired General Mark Milley, the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, from its halls. The painting, which was put up just last week during the final days of the Biden administration, was taken down less than two hours after President Trump took office. The decision is seen as a bold statement by the new administration, which has been critical of the military leadership. President Trump has repeatedly targeted General Milley, calling him a “woke train wreck” and criticizing his actions during the final weeks of Trump’s first term. Specifically, the president took issue with Milley’s calls to his Chinese counterpart, which he described as “so egregious that, in times gone by, the punishment would have been DEATH!” Interestingly, President Biden issued a pre-emptive pardon for Milley before leaving office, shielding him from potential legal consequences. The removal of Milley’s portrait is unprecedented, as the role of Joint Chiefs chairman is traditionally seen as non-political. The Pentagon has not provided further details, but a U.S. official confirmed that the removal was ordered by the White House. This early action signals a rocky relationship between the new administration and the military establishment, setting the stage for potential clashes ahead. What happens next remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the portrait’s removal is more than just a symbolic gesture—it’s a sign of deeper tensions brewing in Washington.