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Coast Guard Reinstates 56 Vaccine Refusers After DHS Order

2/25/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security reinstated 56 U.S. Coast Guard members discharged for vaccine refusal.
The decision followed a recommendation from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and President Donald Trump’s January 2025 executive order.
Total Coast Guard discharges reached 274, with 69 previously reinstated.
The Pentagon is reviewing records of more than 3,000 service members for potential discharge upgrades.

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The Department of Homeland Security reinstated 56 U.S. Coast Guard members discharged for vaccine refusal.
The decision followed a recommendation from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and President Donald Trump’s January 2025 executive order.
Total Coast Guard discharges reached 274, with 69 previously reinstated.
The Pentagon is reviewing records of more than 3,000 service members for potential discharge upgrades.