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Secretary of War Accused of Discrimination at Pentagon

4/4/2026

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U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is accused of discrimination against women and Black officers at the Pentagon.
Sources say he blocked or demoted over 12 senior female and Black officers.
The allegations link to a 'warrior ethos' makeover within the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) purge.
The Pentagon denies the claims, citing merit-based promotions, while critics say the overhaul reduced diversity, though some praise it.

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Story summary

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is accused of discrimination against women and Black officers at the Pentagon.
Sources say he blocked or demoted over 12 senior female and Black officers.
The allegations link to a 'warrior ethos' makeover within the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) purge.
The Pentagon denies the claims, citing merit-based promotions, while critics say the overhaul reduced diversity, though some praise it.