Justin Fulcher, a senior advisor to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has officially stepped down after six months at the Department of Defense, the Pentagon confirmed Saturday.
Fulcher told Fox News Digital that his departure was planned and voluntary, adding he originally intended to serve six months in government.
“It’s been an honor to serve,” Fulcher said. “This was always the plan. I leave proud of the work we’ve done for our troops and country.”
Pentagon Thanks Fulcher for Service
In a statement, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell thanked Fulcher for his contributions:
“The Department of Defense is grateful to Justin Fulcher for his work on behalf of President Trump and Secretary Hegseth. We wish him well in his future endeavors.”
Fulcher, part of Hegseth’s inner circle appointed during Trump’s second term, played a significant role in reshaping defense priorities—from acquisition reform to overseas strategy.
Key Accomplishments
During his tenure, Fulcher:
Contributed to major acquisition reviews to boost lethality and strengthen the U.S. industrial base