Command Sgt. Maj. Danny Basham

The U.S. Army met its 2026 recruiting goals four months early, as announced by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at West Point's commencement. Hegseth criticized past diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, emphasizing unity over diversity as the military's strength.

The U.S. Army met its 2026 recruitment goals four months early, as announced by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during a West Point commencement speech. Hegseth criticized past military policies focused on diversity and 'anti-American ideologies,' emphasizing unity over diversity as a strength. The Army also exceeded its 2025 recruitment target.