Why the Pentagon would rather not create a specific military law against extremismNot enough time has passed for the military to assess whether its latest efforts are making a difference.By Meghann Myers8 months ago
At least 9 troops or vets charged in domestic extremism cases since Capitol riotAn inspector general report recommended updating the DoD's extremism definition, which it has done, as well as creating a system to track extremism reports.By Meghann Myers10 months ago
Veterans groups, community leaders need to play a key role in countering extremism, experts warnAdvocates war that veterans without support can become easy targets for groups with violent and racist ideology.By Leo Shane III12 months ago
Military’s anti-extremism policy might not apply to about a million reservistsThe National Guard says that its troops aren't subject to the policy when they're not on federal status.By Meghann Myers14 months ago
Inspector general investigating whether services are screening recruits for extremismThe Pentagon inspector general's audit follows new Pentagon recruiting guidelines on extremism.By Meghann Myers14 months ago
New in 2022: Next steps in DoD’s fight against extremism, including a new definitionThe Pentagon hopes to get a better grasp on the problem of extremist activity among troops.By Meghann Myers15 months ago