Mark Milley’s Farewell Address: A Defense of Democracy and a Cautionary Note to Trump
In a poignant farewell address, General Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, took the opportunity to reflect on the state of democracy in the United States while delivering a veiled critique of former President Donald Trump. The address comes at a pivotal moment in American politics, as the nation grapples with discussions surrounding the integrity of its democratic institutions. Milley’s speech highlights the imperative of upholding democratic values, emphasizing the role of the military in protecting these institutions against any threats, both external and internal. His remarks resonate deeply within a context where the reverberations of the












