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Third Pentagon appointee placed on administrative leave | CNN Politics


Published on 2025-04-26 16:20:34 - CNN
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  • Colin Carroll, the chief of staff of Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg, has been placed on administrative leave, two defense sources said Wednesday, the third such appointee to be placed on leave reported this week.

On April 16, 2025, a third Pentagon appointee was placed on administrative leave amid an ongoing investigation into allegations of misconduct, as reported by CNN. This follows the earlier suspension of two other high-ranking officials within the Department of Defense. The nature of the allegations has not been fully disclosed, but sources indicate they involve ethical breaches and potential conflicts of interest. The Pentagon has emphasized its commitment to maintaining integrity and accountability, stating that these actions are part of a thorough review process. The identities of the appointees have been withheld pending the outcome of the investigation, which is being conducted by the Department of Defense's Inspector General.

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