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Admiral Alvin Holsey Stood His Ground — and Paid the Price

When Pete Hegseth confronted Admiral Alvin Holsey about his refusal to carry out attacks on fishing boats in the Caribbean, the admiral did not hesitate. He expressed deep concern about the potential for civilian casualties — a concern any responsible commander would share.

Hegseth pushed back, invoking the admiral’s oath. But Admiral Holsey made his position unmistakably clear: after forty years of service in the U.S. Navy, he would not follow an unlawful order.

The exchange escalated quickly. Hegseth threatened to remove him from command. The conversation ended abruptly.

Within fifteen minutes, Admiral Alvin Holsey submitted his resignation.

Now, members of Congress have approached him to testify about the circumstances surrounding that resignation. Admiral Holsey has evidence. And he has agreed to testify.

Admiral Holsey’s Honors and Decorations

Naval Aviator’s Badge

Navy Distinguished Service Medal

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit (four award stars)

Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Meritorious Service Medal (award star)

Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (three award stars)

Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal

Joint Meritorious Unit Award

Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation

Navy E Ribbon (1st award)

National Defense Service Medal (bronze service star)

Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal

Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Armed Forces Service Medal

Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (three bronze service stars)

Navy Pistol Marksmanship Ribbon

Command at Sea Insignia

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