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Trump to replace Jim Mattis with Patrick Shanahan as US Defence Secretary

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Donald Trump on Sunday announced he would replace Defense Secretary Jim Mattis with his deputy Patrick Shanahan, days after the outgoing Pentagon chief quit while citing key policy differences with the US president.

The move follows the resignation of James Mattis, who hinted at policy differences with Mr Trump when he stepped down on Friday.

ALSO READ: US Defense Secretary James Mattis quits, cites differences with Trump

General Mattis, 68, said the president had the right to appoint someone “whose views are better aligned with yours”.

Mr Shanahan will take over on 1 January, an earlier date than expected. Gen Mattis had been expected to leave the job in February, but on Sunday it was reported that the president had been considering removing him early.

“Patrick has a long list of accomplishments,” Mr Trump tweeted when announcing his decision. “He will be great!”

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