Summary
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered all military personnel to watch or read a speech he delivered on September 30 at Marine Corps Base Quantico. In his speech, Hegseth criticized current leadership practices and announced plans to tighten physical fitness and grooming standards to improve military readiness. He stated that the military will see a cultural shift and referred to a rebranding of the Defense Department.
Key Facts
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a speech at Marine Corps Base Quantico on September 30.
- He has ordered military personnel to watch or read this speech.
- Hegseth criticized "woke" practices in the military and emphasized stricter physical fitness standards.
- A memo called the "Warrior Ethos Tasking" was issued specifying these orders and new policies.
- Hegseth mentioned a shift in culture, moving toward a more aggressive military stance.
- He criticized current leadership selections based on race and gender.
- President Trump also addressed the military leaders during the event, following Hegseth's speech.
- Officers were instructed to remain neutral and non-expressive during the speeches, similar to the State of the Union tradition.
