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Army Major Suspended Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

11/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Blaine McGraw, an Army major and gynecologist, has been suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct at Fort Hood.
Investigators found thousands of images and videos on McGraw's phone.
More than 60 women have come forward with similar claims.
A lawsuit details one instance in which Blaine McGraw allegedly groped a patient.
The Army plans to notify around 3,000 women who received care from him.

History

Historical Context

The Fort Hood shooting in 2013 underscored persistent issues of sexual misconduct in the U.S. Army, with a Pentagon report revealing that 26,000 service members experienced sexual assault that year, yet only 3,374 cases were reported. Recent allegations against Major Blaine McGraw, involving over 60 women, highlight ongoing challenges and the urgent need for reform in military sexual violence policies and victim support systems.

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Story summary

Blaine McGraw, an Army major and gynecologist, has been suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct at Fort Hood.
Investigators found thousands of images and videos on McGraw's phone.
More than 60 women have come forward with similar claims.
A lawsuit details one instance in which Blaine McGraw allegedly groped a patient.
The Army plans to notify around 3,000 women who received care from him.

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