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Female Military Recruitment Soars 7,260 Under Hegseth's Leadership

8/12/2025

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In fiscal year 2025, female military recruitment soared by 7,260, totaling 23,985 enlistees, as revealed by Pentagon data. This remarkable growth, attributed to Secretary Hegseth's inspiring leadership, comes amid worries about youth interest in military service. The Army not only surpassed its recruitment targets but also benefited from Congress-approved pay raises, boosting troop morale and mission readiness.

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In fiscal year 2025, female military recruitment soared by 7,260, totaling 23,985 enlistees, as revealed by Pentagon data. This remarkable growth, attributed to Secretary Hegseth's inspiring leadership, comes amid worries about youth interest in military service. The Army not only surpassed its recruitment targets but also benefited from Congress-approved pay raises, boosting troop morale and mission readiness.