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The ‘Genesis’ of today’s recruiting crisis
Leaders blame various factors for the recruiting crisis. But some recruiters on the front lines say one big cause is missing from the conversation.
The ban on COVID-19 survivors joining up has lifted, but some cases could still be denied
Accessions for COVID-19 survivors will happen on a case-by-case basis, the defense under secretary for personnel and readiness said.
Republican lawmaker pushes back on DoD policy barring some coronavirus survivors from enlisting
Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Arizona, called on the defense secretary to re-consider a ban on any COVID-19 survivors.
Coronavirus survivors banned from joining the military
Recruits who have survived COVID-19 are disqualified from joining up.
Recruit processing stations still packed as Pentagon urges social distancing
Social distancing is the guidance, but at cramped MEPS stations, it's not always possible.
Woman makes history in the Virginia Army National Guard infantry
"If it’s something you want to do, just keep pushing for it and don’t give up.”
By Jon Simkins