China’s President Xi Jinping is continuing a sweeping purge of high-ranking officials, recently removing six military generals and a former Politburo member from their positions in the legislative body. The dismissals include General Xu Xueqiang, who led military equipment development, indicating the scope of the crackdown reaches deep within the People’s Liberation Army. This action is framed as an anti-corruption campaign, but is widely seen as a move to consolidate Xi’s power and eliminate potential rivals. The removals signal ongoing instability within the upper ranks of the Chinese government and military. The affected individuals have lost their positions as representatives in the National People’s Congress. This latest development builds on previous purges targeting officials in the financial sector and other key areas. The campaign’s ultimate impact on China’s political landscape remains to be seen.