US Military PolicyDepartment of DefenseScouting America
Feb 5, 2026Why Is the Department of Defense Picking Fights With The Scouts? | Command Post
The Department of Defense, under Secretary Hegseth, is threatening to cut support for Scouting America's National Jamboree over the organization's embrace of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and 'gender fluid ideological stances,' sparking sharp criticism from military veterans who view DEI as essential for military strength and organizational effectiveness.
