Defense Secretary Hegseth Declares Military's Shift from Gender Focus to Heroism

Washington D.C. - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced today a significant shift in the military's focus, emphasizing bravery and service over discussions of gender and race. Speaking to reporters, Hegseth stated, "We don't play your little games," referring to what he described as the media's obsession with highlighting gender within the department.Hegseth expressed immense pride in all military pilots, specifically mentioning female bomber pilots as examples of exceptional heroes. "She's fantastic, she's a hero. I want more female bomber pilots," he affirmed. He further stated his hope that "men and women of our country sign up to do such brave and audacious things."The Defense Secretary underscored that the American people are not concerned with the gender of individuals in military cockpits. He criticized the previous "obsession with race and gender in this department that's changed priorities," asserting, "we don't do that anymore." This statement signals a clear directive to prioritize operational readiness and individual merit, moving away from identity-focused initiatives.