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Defense Secretary Hegseth's Reforms Spark Controversy Over Readiness
10/4/2025
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- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced reforms to cut mandatory training, including cybersecurity and privacy, to sharpen warfighting focus.
- New guidelines will enforce strict fitness and grooming standards, mandating clean-shaven appearances and two annual fitness tests for active-duty troops.
- Hegseth's push aims to eliminate perceived "woke" influences, but critics say the changes could undermine readiness and inclusivity.
