China Removes General Miao Hua, Political Work Department Director, From Central Military Commission After November 2024 Suspension

China has removed General Miao Hua from the Central Military Commission (CMC), the country's highest military decision-making body led by President Xi Jinping. Miao, who served as director of the CMC's Political Work Department and was responsible for enforcing political loyalty within the People's Liberation Army, was suspended in November 2024 amid an investigation into serious violations of discipline and law. The decision to dismiss Miao was taken by China's top legislature, the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress, during its 16th session. This move is part of a broader wave of purges targeting senior military officials suspected of corruption and disciplinary breaches. Miao Hua's removal marks a rare and notable event within the Chinese military's leadership, reflecting ongoing efforts by Xi Jinping to consolidate control and enforce discipline within the armed forces.