Adm. Alvin Holsey steps down as U.S. Southern Command Chief

U.S. Navy Adm. Alvin Holsey is stepping down from his position as the chief of U.S. Southern Command, officials announced on Wednesday. Holsey has held the role since November 2024, making his tenure less than a year long.

This leadership change coincides with a significant Pentagon deployment of approximately 10,000 troops to the Caribbean aimed at counterdrug operations targeting smuggling vessels. No reasons for Holsey"s departure or information regarding his successor have been disclosed at this time.

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