The Army’s vice chief seat is about to change hands again. President Trump has nominated Lt. Gen. Christopher LaNeve, the senior military assistant to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, to become the service’s second-highest uniformed officer. Gen. James Mingus has held the job for less than two years, which is shorter than the typical tenure for this role.

Trump nominates Lt. Gen. Christopher LaNeve to serve as Army vice chief despite the current general just two years into the role https://t.co/WjvCfn0N30 pic.twitter.com/F4ZSwae49v

— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) October 21, 2025

Who Is LaNeve

LaNeve is an infantry officer with combat grit and a resume that could blister a boot sole. He commanded the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg. He later took over command of Eight

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