Military Personnel & Pay - Approximately 21 million (2.1%) active duty troops worldwide are not being paid due to the current situation [2] - An additional 400 thousand civilians working for the military are also not receiving pay [2] - National Guard troops deployed in locations like DC and Memphis, who are being paid with federal funds (Title 32), are also affected by the pay stoppage [3][4] Policy & Standards - The military is reviewing its hazing policies, with a 30-day review period to assess the ability to "put your hands on new recruits," but immediate implementation is not expected [7] - There is discussion regarding potential changes to military standards and culture, particularly concerning the implementation of new policies [6][7] - Concerns exist about deviating from established rules of engagement, especially in situations involving civilian populations [9][10] Training & Readiness - The military emphasizes lethality, war fighting, mission focus, and increased training and maintenance [8] - Positive motivation and individual soldier development are considered crucial for effective training, contrasting with methods like hazing [12] - The importance of good leadership and clear guidance from policymakers for military effectiveness is highlighted [13] Diversity & Inclusion - The military is a volunteer force built on diversity, and the officer corps should reflect this diversity [16] - While physical fitness standards may vary based on age, duty, and MOS (Military Occupational Specialty), maintaining high standards is generally emphasized [15] - Women fighter pilots have demonstrated excellence and competence in roles such as flying F-15s [14]

The topic was shrouded in secrecy beforehand and security was tight. Some of the nation's most senior military leaders ordered to board buses at 3:30 a. m.and then wait hours for the event to begin. According to defense officials, this speech today is about people and it's about culture. Defense Secretary Pete Hegth telling generals and admirals who'd flown in from all over the world to get on board with a series of changes.But if the words I'm speaking today are making your heart sink, then you should do t ...

After calling hundreds of top US military leaders to Quantico, Pete Hugsath, who has rebranded himself as the Secretary of War, told them, >> "Welcome to the War Department. " >> The gathering was highly unusual, and admirals and generals from all over the world were asked to fly in for it. Instead of talking about policy or planning, Hegsath used his time to talk about military standards, including fitness tests and appearance requirements. Simply put, if you do not meet the male level physical standards f ...

Physical Standards in Combat Roles - The analysis emphasizes the importance of high, gender-neutral physical standards for combat jobs, suggesting that if women meet these standards, they are welcome, but if not, that is acceptable [2] - The analysis directs each service to revert to the highest male standard for every requirement for every combat MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) for every designated combat arms position [3] - The analysis mandates that war fighters in combat jobs must execute their service fitness test at a gender-neutral, age-normed male standard, scoring above 70% [3] Personnel Expectations - The analysis indicates that individuals who do not meet male-level physical standards for combat positions, cannot pass a PT (Physical Training) test, or do not maintain a professional appearance should seek a new position or profession [4] - The analysis values the impact of female troops, particularly female officers and NCOs, recognizing them as the best in the world [1]

It's tiring to look out at combat formations or really any formation and see fat troops. Likewise, it's completely unacceptable to see fat generals and admirals in the halls of the Pentagon and leading commands around the country and the world. It's a bad look. It is bad and it's not who we are.Today, at my direction, each service will ensure that every requirement for every combat MOS, for every designated combat arms position, returns to the highest male standard Holy. ...

Physical Fitness Standards - Requires all members of the joint force, regardless of rank, to meet height and weight standards [2] - Mandates a PT test twice a year for every member of the joint force [2] - Requires every warrior across the joint force to do PT every duty day [3] Leadership Expectations - Expects all leaders, from the Joint Chiefs to the youngest private, to set the standard for physical fitness [3] - Highlights the unacceptability of "fat troops," generals, and admirals, emphasizing it's a "bad look" [1] Implementation & Scope - Applies to every member of the joint force, including active, guard, and reserve components [3] - Clarifies that the required PT is "real hard PT," not just "hot yoga and stretching" [3]