Topic: Army Secretary

2 chapters across the catalog

Deport Greta
Episode 1496 1:26:36 - 1:30:29

1496: Deport Greta

Christine Wormuth, Army Diversity Initiatives

Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth defended the military's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs against "woke" criticisms. She emphasized that inclusion is vital for recruitment and maintaining a positive command climate. Critics argue these initiatives distract from war-fighting readiness, especially as the Army faces significant recruitment shortages.

Divide & Ruin
Episode 793 1:58:24 - 2:01:28

793: Divide & Ruin

New Army Secretary Eric Fanning, ISIS Strategy and McCain

During confirmation hearings, acting Army Secretary Eric Fanning is questioned by Senator John McCain regarding the lack of a Status of Forces Agreement in Iraq. Fanning reports that 6,400 ISIS fighters were killed in three months but warns of a long fight ahead. The hosts note that Fanning is the first openly gay secretary of a military branch.