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Leavitt Hints at Draft Possibility Amid Iran Tensions

3/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Karoline Leavitt (White House Press Secretary) says a draft remains possible despite no plan for ground troops in Iran.
In a Fox News interview, Leavitt says U.S. President Donald Trump keeps all options available.
The remarks sparked public concern, especially among parents worried about their children being drafted.
The U.S. military campaign remains focused on air strikes, and eight service members have died since February 28.

History

Historical Context

The Selective Training and Service Act of 1940 established the first peacetime draft in the U.S., requiring men aged 21 to 35 to register. This act reflected the nation's growing tensions before World War II, as the U.S. prepared for potential conflict. Today, discussions about a possible draft amid military actions in Iran evoke historical concerns over conscription and its implications for citizen rights.

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Story summary

Karoline Leavitt (White House Press Secretary) says a draft remains possible despite no plan for ground troops in Iran.
In a Fox News interview, Leavitt says U.S. President Donald Trump keeps all options available.
The remarks sparked public concern, especially among parents worried about their children being drafted.
The U.S. military campaign remains focused on air strikes, and eight service members have died since February 28.

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