What Happened
Incoming Congress Must Address Damage to Armed Forces Leadership
The incoming Congress is being urged to address the military’s personnel crisis, which has been exacerbated by the purge of senior officers and the politicization of the armed forces. The Council on Foreign Relations reports that 53 percent of active-duty respondents are considering separating early due to concerns about politicization, and 67 percent believe decisions are being made for political gain rather than mission readiness. To repair the damage, Congress must protect promotions, guarantee women’s access to combat roles, and restore oversight, as reported by the Council on Foreign Relations.