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JUST IN: Pete Hegseth Announces and Signs Memorandum to Advance Military Recruitment Reforms

 

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth

JUST IN: Pete Hegseth Announces and Signs Memorandum to Advance Military Recruitment Reforms

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major move signaling a shift in military recruitment policy, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has officially signed a memorandum directing a comprehensive review of the medical standards for joining the U.S. military. The announcement was made via a video message shared on social media, where Hegseth strongly criticized the previous administration's lowered enlistment criteria.

A Return to “High and Uncompromising Standards”

Hegseth made it clear that the Department of Defense (DoD) under his leadership, in coordination with President Donald Trump, will reverse policies that previously allowed medical waivers for individuals with serious conditions. “Applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform their duties under the harshest of conditions—without posing risks to themselves or others,” Hegseth stated.

He highlighted alarming examples of current waiver-eligible conditions under previous guidelines, including:

  • Schizophrenia

  • Congestive Heart Failure

  • Cystic Fibrosis

  • Chronic Oxygen Use

  • Paraphilic Disorders

“These are not conditions that should be present in our military formations,” Hegseth said. “The military isn’t a social experiment—it’s a fighting force. Standards must reflect that.”

Memorandum for Personnel & Readiness Overhaul

The newly signed memorandum tasks the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness with conducting a top-to-bottom review of current medical disqualifiers and waiver policies. The goal: to ensure "lethality through high standards" and eliminate loopholes that allowed unfit individuals to serve.

Surge in Interest Under Trump-Era Reforms

Hegseth also claimed that under President Trump, the military is already seeing a “huge surge” in enlistment interest, particularly from Americans eager to serve under a system that values discipline and readiness.

“We can meet those standards. Biden couldn’t. Trump has. And that’s why I’m proud to bring those standards back in line,” Hegseth declared.

What's Next?

This marks another major Department of Defense reform under the Trump administration, with more changes expected in the coming months to align military recruitment, training, and retention policies with traditional readiness goals.

Key Takeaway

The memorandum signed by Secretary Hegseth sends a strong message: military recruitment will now prioritize readiness, fitness, and mental stability over politically driven inclusivity. Americans can expect a tougher, more combat-ready force moving forward.


FAQs: Pete Hegseth’s Military Recruitment Reform Memorandum

Q1. What did Pete Hegseth announce about military recruitment?
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced a new memorandum ordering a review of medical conditions that currently qualify for waivers during military enlistment. The goal is to raise recruitment standards and ensure only fit and ready individuals serve in the U.S. military.

Q2. What specific medical conditions are under scrutiny?
Current DoD policy allows waivers for serious conditions such as schizophrenia, congestive heart failure, cystic fibrosis, chronic oxygen use, and paraphilic disorders. These are now under review as part of the reform effort.

Q3. Why is this memorandum important?
The memorandum reflects a significant shift from previous policies that lowered enlistment standards due to recruitment shortages. It aims to restore high, clear, and uncompromising standards to protect force readiness and national security.

Q4. How does this policy change differ from the previous administration’s approach?
Under the Biden administration, military standards were reportedly relaxed to increase recruitment numbers. Hegseth and the Trump administration are reversing that, arguing that combat readiness should never be sacrificed for numbers.

Q5. Has there been any public response to the announcement?
The memorandum has drawn praise from conservative leaders and military veterans who support stronger standards. It’s also sparking debate around inclusivity and whether strict health guidelines could lead to under-recruitment.

Q6. When will the new standards be implemented?
While no exact timeline has been released, Hegseth stated that the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness has been tasked with initiating a full review immediately.

Q7. Will these reforms affect current service members?
As of now, the focus is on new recruits and enlistment standards. However, broader personnel policies may also be reviewed as part of the administration’s ongoing defense reforms.

Q8. What does this mean for people interested in joining the military?
Prospective recruits should prepare for stricter medical and psychological evaluations. Those who may have previously qualified under waiver conditions might be disqualified under the new rules.



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