#policy-review

#policy-review

Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel Anthony Tata wrote in a memo last month that the effort is to determine the "operational effectiveness of ground combat units 10 years after the Department lifted all remaining restrictions on women serving in combat roles." Tata requested Army and Marine leaders to provide data on the readiness, training, performance, casualties and command climate of ground combat units and personnel.

President Donald Trump called for all flags to be lowered, and West Hollywood officials said on Sunday (14 September) said that their decision aligned with that request, rather than an "endorsement of, Mr Kirk's political views or actions". A spokesperson said: "The action was undertaken in accordance with the city's Policy for Recognitions and Memorials, which acknowledges that the city follows the direction of the president in determining when flags in the city are flown at half-staff."