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If you click on the link in your original post, you'll note that other readers of X have stated that the map shown is outdated, and that some of the shown planes haven't flown in weeks.
In hindsight that was obvious. Now has a community note. Only a few (trustworthy) people re-posted it. But the map came from a small-ish account I had never seen before. Should have checked that one better.
If you click on the link in your original post, you'll note that other readers of X have stated that the map shown is outdated, and that some of the shown planes haven't flown in weeks.
As far as I know, they usually do not lose benefits if they have at least 20 years of vested service, unless they're discharged for misconduct or criminal activity. Resignation is different than retirement. I believe these three generals were asked told to "retire".
There are multiple undocumented processes and cultural norms at the senior ranks that can involve retirement.
What I'm typing is from memory, about 15 years old. A family member was 20+ in the JAG corp... Pentagon, Central Command, Afghanistan. As you might imagine, there are fewer jobs the longer you stay, and those jobs are competitive. In order to maximize benefits for all, nobody usually stays at the top too long. Grade at retirement means more money, and once you qualify for the pension, and have the title on your resume, you move on and let the next guy max out their benefits.
There are a lot of politics and circumstances that might interrupt some of the planning, but it's not a random process.
FWIW...most of those guys all get mid six to seven figure jobs in the defense industry. They already know everyone... makes "selling" a lot faster.
Is it true the most senior of USA military lose their retirement benefits if they resign early and/or are fired ?
As far as I know, they usually do not lose benefits if they have at least 20 years of vested service, unless they're discharged for misconduct or criminal activity. Resignation is different than retirement. I believe these three generals were asked told to "retire".
