Month: March 2025

Analyzing the present, to prepare for the future.

Hegseth Directs Civilians to Prepare 5 Bullet Points on Weekly Work

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum to all Defense Department civilian employees directing them to prepare five bullet points detailing their work accomplishments from the prior week. 

Pentagon Deploys Stryker Brigade, Aviation Battalion to Southern Border

The Pentagon is deploying a Stryker Brigade Combat Team and a General Support Aviation Battalion to the southwestern border, accelerating efforts to fulfill President Donald J. Trump’s directive to bolster military support in securing the U.S. – Mexico border.

DOD: Gender Dysphoria Incompatible With Military, Service Members Must Serve in Accordance With Sex

Service members diagnosed with gender dysphoria will soon be processed for separation by their respective services, according to a new policy memorandum from the Defense Department’s Office of Personnel and Readiness.

DOD Launches Weekly Video Update to Keep Public, Warfighters Informed

Pentagon Press Secretary Sean Parnell recorded the first Weekly Sitrep, which will provide video updates on Defense Department accomplishments and convey transparency.