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Hegseth invited pastor who calls for Christian theocracy to lead Pentagon prayer service | CNN Politics A controversial pastor who supports repealing women’s right to vote and believes homosexuality should be a crime led a worship service at the Pentagon this week, saying he was invited by Defense Secre...

“When you have a secretary of defense who is so strongly influenced by someone who thinks only white men are worthy, you now have a Secretary of Defense who is not looking for the best and the brightest across his entire talent pool.”

When the SecDef invites a known Christian Nationalist pastor to stand at his side at a monthly Pentagon prayer meeting, he has knowingly crossed a professional line with both feet

Army Veteran and Mental Health Advocate Speaks Out About Women in Combat Army veteran, author and veterans' advocate Kayla Williams hopes strides made to allow women in combat roles don't fall by the wayside.

Some of the reasons I adore @kwilliams101.bsky.social:

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Why USSOCOM’s 2013 Integration Decision Still Matters for Today’s Women in Combat Review - Georgetown Security Studies Review On January 6, the Pentagon announced it would review the “effectiveness” of women serving in ground combat roles. Secretary Hegseth asserts that requirements for combat roles must return to the “highe...

The data reflects what those of us who have served alongside women in special operations already knew…women consistently exceed the standards of our most demanding units.

Top enlisted leaders say they see no issue with women in combat arms meeting standards The military’s top enlisted leaders, who are all men, said they do not see an “erosion” of standards with women serving in combat arms.

So why does Hegseth need a study again ? 🤔

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Women combat veterans want Pete Hegseth to know that they already passed the test The defense secretary ordered a review of women in combat roles, claiming standards were compromised — but the requirements for women and men in combat roles are identical.

“They’re doing this now because it is no secret that Secretary Hegseth has a strong desire to marginalize women in the military…(Hegseth) carries his religious views into his professional duties, and his religious views are that women do not lead and men do not submit to women.”

Veterans Are Defending the Constitution against a New Enemy: The Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s attacks on Senator Mark Kelly represent such an astonishing threat to the foundation of our democracy that over forty-one retired high-ranking military leaders have come together to sou...

“When Admirals lectured us on judgment and ethics, I could detect the checks and balances in the subtext of their speeches and felt reassured. This is not the message the Secretary of War is sending today. Hegseth’s subtext says something more like: shut up and don’t you dare challenge us.”

Another Threat to VA Health Care A VA privatization pilot in Congress could weaken veterans’ care, degrade quality, and cost taxpayers over $100 billion a year, experts warn.

ACCESS Act is designed to erode the VA direct care system while pushing more veterans to sub-par care. Sneaky wording hides the true long-term costs. Don't let them dismantle excellent government services for profit.

Having Women in Combat Is Still Controversial—But Shouldn’t Be We’re all better off with women bravely serving the country.

“These are not “DEI hires,” nor are they the results of actions by “woke generals and DOD officials.” These are immensely talented young people who are driven to contribute to our national security. They just happen to be women.”

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We need every talented leader who is willing to support and defend our nation. We don’t need a new study that marginalizes women who wear the uniform.

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Female troops bristle at Pentagon’s review of combat roles Some women say they suspect the review has been launched merely to buttress a predetermined conclusion: that they do not belong in the infantry.

“‘The only reason to conduct a new study is if you want a different outcome and you’re prepared to skew whatever answers you get to achieve that outcome,’ said Sue Fulton, executive director of Women in the Service Coalition” @wisci.bsky.social

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Women are now integral to combat arms units, and regardless of Pete Hegseth’s personal insecurities, that is a fact on the ground.

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I never thought that clearly stating federal law would ever cause the President of the United States to threaten violence against me and Members of Congress.

But that’s exactly what Donald Trump did.

Since January 20, judges--some appointed by the President -- have ruled nearly 200 of his orders illegal. Now we have active duty personnel seeking legal advice in the event they are given an unlawful order.

Review of Hegseth memos by @wisci.bsky.social. Net:

1. Will weaken safeguards against misconduct, harassment and assault, hazing, and discrimination - risking the trust and confidence that military troops have in their leaders.

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ALERT: WiSCI Releases Independent Review of Hegseth’s 11 Memos

WiSCI has published executive summaries and initial risk assessment of the 11 memos recently issued by Sec. Hegseth.

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A political opponent is using Mikie Sherrill's illegally released military record to smear her service. As a 20-year Army veteran & former West Point ethics instructor, Lt Col (Ret.) Casey Moes wants to set the record straight about her honor and integrity. Watch this!

Let’s talk about Healthy Resistance. I spend a good amount of my time talking people down. So here’s my recommendation for staying sane. (1/5)

You’re familiar with macronutrients? Great. Use this as a rough model:

Too inexperienced! Yep
Too incompetent? Yep
Questionable tattoo? For sure yep

Thanks @duckworth.senate.gov for always speaking truth
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‘Extremely disturbing and unethical’: new rules allow VA doctors to refuse to treat Democrats, unmarried veterans Trump order allows VA staff to decline providing healthcare to patients based on political affiliation or marital status

‘Extremely disturbing and unethical’: new rules allow VA doctors to refuse to treat Democrats, unmarried veterans - & refuse to hire docs based on same criteria
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Check out our highlight reel from our WiSCI Veterans for Military Women Press Conference on June 5th, 2025.

Visit our website at www.wiscimil.org!

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Thank you, @andybeshearky.bsky.social, for standing up for military women!

Thank you, Andy Bashear, for standing up for military women!

@wisci.bsky.social appreciates you! We will not be erased.

Over 3 million women have worn the uniform of this nation. We have served honorably and many gave their lives. We will not be erased @wisci.bsky.social

Pentagon to stop erasing their
history, stop killing the committees that address their issues, stop gutting the sexual assault prevention workforce.

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June 12 marks Women Veterans Day.

Women have earned their place in our nation’s military. We’ve led in combat; some of us have saved lives, and some of us have sacrificed our lives for our country. This Women Veterans Day, stand up for the women who served, and continue to serve: tell the