Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk, a ship named after the gay rights activist, to reflect a shift in military culture aligning with the Trump administration's objectives. A new name is expected this month as part of efforts to purge references to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This decision comes during Pride Month and is seen as part of a broader strategy to modify military installations' names, reflecting the priorities of the Commander-in-Chief and aiming to evoke a more traditional warrior ethos.
This decision marks a calculated move to align with the administration's objectives by stripping significant names connected to diversity, equity, and inclusion from the military.
The renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk demonstrates a broader ambition within the military to revert to a stricter 'warrior culture' as outlined by Secretary Hegseth.
Hegseth is focused on ensuring military installations and assets reflect the priorities of the Commander-in-Chief and align with a historical narrative of warrior ethos.
The timing of this renaming during Pride Month raises concerns about the military's commitment to LGBTQ+ members amidst broader retrenchments of inclusive policies.
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