Episode 1049 • • 31:56 - 35:43
1049: Rent Men
MAVNI Program, Military Discharge of Immigrant Recruits
The Pentagon clarifies reports regarding the discharge of immigrant recruits, explaining that the MAVNI (Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest) program was suspended due to vetting concerns. Approximately 40 recruits from China, Pakistan, and Iran were dismissed due to unfavorable security screenings rather than a "purge" of immigrants. The program, started under the Bush administration, remains under review.