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General James Mattis is Now Leaving the Pentagon at Years End
One of Richland's most famous sons will be free as a bird come 2019.
Despite General James Mattis stating in his resignation letter he'd remain until the end of February, President Trump tweeted his replacement will start January 1.
Deputy Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan will replace General James Mattis of Richland on January 1.
Mattis leaves early is now trending on twitter.
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