[Rusty0604]

President Trump says Mattis out by January 1.

[jennychase]

Donald J. Trump ‏ Verified account @realDonaldTrump 1h1 hour ago

I am pleased to announce that our very talented Deputy Secretary of Defense, Patrick Shanahan, will assume the title of Acting Secretary of Defense starting January 1, 2019. Patrick has a long list of accomplishments while serving as Deputy, & previously Boeing. He will be great!

[Right_in_Virginia]