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Milley testifies over US military’s withdrawal from AfghanistanGeneral reportedly took steps to prevent Trump attacking ChinaSign up to receive First Thing – our daily briefing by email 2.41pm BST Senator Jack Reed, the Democratic chairman of the armed services committee, opened the hearing with some criticism of today’s witnesses.Reed said he was “disappointed” that the Pentagon leaders did not send their opening statements to the committee until late last night, giving senators and staffers very little time to review their remarks. 2.37pm BST The Senate armed services committee has now started its hearing about the US military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.After opening statements, Democrats and Republicans on the committee will have an opportunity to question defense secretary Lloyd Austin and Mark Milley, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff. Continue reading...