From 2005 to 2023, the U.S. military has seen a 12% rise in women in active-duty roles, contrasting with a more than 10% drop in male personnel. Furthermore, a third of active-duty enlisted members now belong to racial minority groups—an increase since 2010. Experts worry that orders from the Trump administration to remove 'Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion' content could harm recruitment efforts by alienating potential service members from underrepresented backgrounds. Some pages featuring historical minority figures have been temporarily removed, prompting backlash, but the Pentagon acknowledged that this review process needs adjusting.
The recent demographics report shows that while women in the military increased by 12%, male service members saw a decline of over 10% from 2005 to 2023.
Experts express concern that the Trump administration's push to eliminate 'Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion' materials may hinder military recruitment among crucial demographics.
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