The United States military health system is a complex organization responsible for providing healthcare to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. Recent changes in military leadership, particularly within the Department of Defense, have sparked controversy and raised questions about political influence. - Lieutenant General Telita Crosland, a high-ranking Black female officer, was forced to retire from her position as head of the U.S. military's health agency. - Sources speaking to Reuters claim the Trump administration was behind the decision to remove Crosland. - Crosland's retirement follows a series of leadership changes within the military, including the dismissal of the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman. - The move has sparked controversy and raised concerns about political interference in military affairs. - Crosland had a distinguished 32-year career in the U.S. Army.