I am not so sure about all this. Seems horribly wrong especially when we now there is planned disruptions to the inaugeration.
Who ordered the removal? Obama as President or Trump as President Elect. It seems to me security wise a continuity of power at this time is essential.
Second, wasn’t this guy appointed by Bush?
I’m afraid this isn’t a timing issue, it’s a trust issue. Or confidence. The 1201 time means it is being ordered by SECDEF. I trust him more than any other leader in the Pentagon for the past 8 years. You should to.
Yes, it is the new administration. Otherwise the relief from command order would be countermanded at 1202.
Trust these new guys. Distrust the old order. That’s my thought.
Speaking from the POV of a 20-year veteran of the Army.