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October 14, 2013

Air Force Fires General in Charge of Nuclear Missiles; 2nd Nuke Leader Fired in Days 
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The Air Force has fired the two-star general in charge of all land-based
nuclear missiles, citing a "loss of trust and confidence in his
leadership and judgment." Major General Michael Carey oversaw 450
nuclear missiles at three bases across the United States. He has been
under investigation for "personal misbehavior." There are reports his
dismissal may have been at least partly related to alcohol use. Carey's
firing came two days after the Navy dismissed another top commander
charged with overseeing the nation's nuclear arsenal. Vice Admiral Tim
Giardina was fired amid an investigation into alleged gambling issues.
He served as second-in-command at U.S. Strategic Command, which oversees
all nuclear-armed missiles and would provide launch orders if the United
States launched a nuclear attack.

 

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