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flag Defense Secretary Hegseth announced major military reforms, including renaming the Pentagon and enforcing strict new standards, amid political controversy.

flag On September 30, 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared a sweeping overhaul of the U.S. military at Marine Corps Base Quantico, renaming the Department of Defense the Department of War and emphasizing a renewed focus on combat readiness. flag He announced stricter physical fitness and grooming standards, including male-level benchmarks, banned beards and long hair, and called for eliminating diversity initiatives and "woke" policies. flag Hegseth criticized past leadership for prioritizing political correctness over military effectiveness, urged dissenting officers to resign, and pledged to reduce bureaucratic constraints on commanders. flag President Trump, who attended, echoed the message, warning of an "invasion from within" and promoting U.S. nuclear strength. flag The event, held with little notice and attended by top global military leaders, drew scrutiny for its abrupt scheduling and politicized tone, raising concerns about the impact on military culture and accountability.

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