General Dan Caine, a retired US Air Force lieutenant general, has gained significant recognition from President Donald Trump for his contributions to the fight against ISIS. During a recent White House press conference, Trump emphasized Caine's role in accelerating the campaign against the terror group, stating he helped defeat ISIS in just four weeks instead of the projected four years. Caine, who currently serves as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has a distinguished military career spanning over three decades, including more than 2,800 flight hours as an F-16 pilot. His expertise in counterterrorism and special operations includes a notable tenure at the CIA. Caine was appointed to his current position in 2025, marking a unique return to active service after retirement. Trump has consistently praised Caine's battlefield experience and strategic insights, highlighting their first meeting in Iraq in 2018, where Caine proposed a rapid defeat of ISIS through changes in military strategy. Caine's leadership has been recognized by the US Department of Defense, and Trump continues to advocate for his military strategies.