Washington, Sep 30 (AP) — Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has called for an in-person gathering of hundreds of U.S. military officials to introduce new directives for the armed forces. The announcements included a shift towards "gender-neutral" or "male-level" physical fitness standards, as well as a move away from what he described as "woke" culture within the military.
Hegseth criticized the military's previous leadership promotion strategies, stating that too many leaders were advanced based on race, gender quotas, and "historic firsts." "The era of politically correct, overly sensitive leadership that focuses on not hurting feelings ends right now at every level," he declared.
Furthermore, he announced a relaxation of disciplinary regulations and a reduction in hazing protections.
He also called on military leaders who disagree with his new approach to do the honourable thing and resign.
President Donald Trump and Hegseth had suddenly summoned military leaders from across the globe to a base in Virginia, without disclosing the reason until this morning. (AP) SKS SKS
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