Colonel Nathan McCormack, a Pentagon official, was dismissed from his role at the Joint Chiefs of Staff due to social media posts in which he labeled Israel a “death cult,” and described Netanyahu and his administration as “Judeo-supremacist cronies,” and raised doubts about whether the United States is genuinely acting as a proxy for Israel. At the time of his removal, McCormack held the position of chief of the Levant and Egypt branch within the J5 planning directorate of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
The Department of Defense has confirmed the termination of U.S. Army Colonel Nathan McCormack from his advisory role and position concerning Israel. The DOD indicated that his opinions do not represent the positions of the Joint Staff or the Pentagon, and in the wake of this announcement, McCormack’s social media account was removed. Since joining the J5 in June 2024, McCormack had been active on social media, particularly following the Hamas attack on October 7. Operating under the alias “Nate,” he frequently referenced his military background and even posted a picture of his Meritorious Service Medal certificate. In April, McCormack expressed concerns about the priorities of U.S. foreign policy and posted on his X account.
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