Hegseth Vows to End DEI and “Political Correctness” in the U.S. Military

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon is eliminating what he called “distractions,” pledging to end DEI initiatives, climate-focused policies, and political correctness within the U.S. military. Hegseth said the shift is aimed at restoring focus on combat readiness, discipline, and what he described as the military’s core mission.