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Naval SEAL Aspirant Alleges Age Bias Amidst Controversy

4/23/2025

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Amanda S. Reynolds, 41, alleges that the Navy's delays in processing her SEAL application robbed her of a chance to serve, as she aged out of eligibility. She insists her case deserves a fair evaluation based on merit. Yet, critics point out the rigorous physical standards of the SEAL program, highlighting that no woman has completed BUD/S training since 2015.

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Amanda S. Reynolds, 41, alleges that the Navy's delays in processing her SEAL application robbed her of a chance to serve, as she aged out of eligibility. She insists her case deserves a fair evaluation based on merit. Yet, critics point out the rigorous physical standards of the SEAL program, highlighting that no woman has completed BUD/S training since 2015.