Trump: The military is expected to look good and be fit. Or just in the United States? [ANALYSIS]

A peaceful consequence from American generals and admirals to the words of Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth speaking on 30 September 2025 at the Naval Corps Base in Quantico (in the state of Virginia), was not a sign of disregard or rebellion. The fact that it "shocked" Trump is so more due to its narcissistic character than the reality encountered in a area filled with military top rank. This was well explained in 1 of his comments by retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling, pointing out that "this silence was not disrespectful, but it was restraint, discipline and service oath observance".