- Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has introduced new combat standards, focusing on enhancing the performance and excellence of male soldiers in the military.
- The changes include revisions to physical requirements for combat personnel, aiming to ensure that soldiers meet high fitness and capability standards.
- In addition to adjustments in physical requirements, there are broader policy shifts within the Department of Defense.
- These policy changes involve the elimination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in military operations.
- The implemented measures reflect a move towards prioritizing traditional military competence and efficiency over DEI considerations.
- This announcement marks a significant shift in the operational and organizational strategies within the Department of Defense’s approach to military personnel management.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hegseth-instates-highest-male-standard-only-combat-other-changes-declaring-dept-defense-is-over)
