Adm. Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command, will retire at the end of the year, War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on X on Oct. 16.
Hegseth did not give a reason for the commander’s departure.
Holsey’s retirement is scheduled for Dec. 12, which is 13 months after stepping into the post.
“It’s been an honor to serve our nation, the American people and support and defend the Constitution for over 37 years,” Holsey said in a statement. “The SOUTHCOM team has made lasting contributions to the defense of our nation and will continue to do so. I am confident that you will forge ahead, focused on your mission that strengthens our nation and ensures its longevity as a beacon of freedom around the globe….