Truth Be Told: Military did not lower standards for women in elite combat roles

Truth Be Told: Military did not lower standards for women in elite combat roles

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The transcript discusses the debate over women in combat roles, highlighting opinions from Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for the Defense Department, who argues against women in these roles due to perceived lowered standards. The military maintains that standards have not been lowered for combat roles, although general physical standards have been adjusted for annual fitness exams. Despite challenges, women have joined elite ranks like Army Rangers. Senator Tammy Duckworth argues that removing women from combat roles is impractical in modern warfare. The transcript concludes with potential questions for Hegseth during his nomination hearings.

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