Hegseth made the fitness test harder for women in combat roles. Most female Marines are passing.

Hegseth's focus on fitness and grooming is back in the spotlight ahead of another big speech

Pete Hegseth is reportedly seeking only fit, impeccably groomed, and high-performing troops for another unusual military gathering at Quantico.

Hegseth made the fitness test harder for women in combat roles. Most female Marines are passing.

When Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of generals and admirals from around the world to Quantico, Virginia, last September, he delivered a blunt message: Things were changing fast in the newly renamed Department of War. “No more division, distraction, or gender delusions,” he said. “We are done with that shit.” What mattered going forward, […]