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Members of a platoon of female U.S. Marine Corps recruits gear up before training in hand-to-hand combat at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Parris Island, S.C.

Hegseth orders review of physical standards for military combat roles

Women already must pass gender-neutral physical fitness requirements for combat posts, but Hegseth contends the standards for women are lower.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

Hegseth orders review of military grooming and fitness standards

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered senior Pentagon leadership to review how and why grooming standards, including beards, have changed since 2015.

8 weeks ago

Air Force tightens rules on shaving waivers, uniform patches

Under new Air Force standards, fewer airmen will be able to secure shaving waivers that allow them to grow beards.

By Stephen Losey

3 months ago

Navy updates exercise standards for Fitness Enhancement Program

“The purpose of this exemption is to recognize that some sailors who do not meet the BCA standard are still able to maintain operational readiness."

By Diana Stancy

5 months ago

Navajo Marine says religious waiver will help recruit more personnel

Cpl. Bradford Flores was granted a religious waiver to grow his hair out in honor of his Navajo heritage.

10 months ago

Senators push DoD to approve recruits who’ve sought mental health care

Past treatment or diagnosis is still a bar to service for most.

By Meghann Myers

2 years ago