While the Army, Navy, and Air Force all fell short, two branches actually exceeded their recruiting goals. A big reason the Space Force hit their recruiting goal this year is just simply because they don't need as many recruits. And it's worth noting while other branches have lowered some of their standards for enlistment or offered those large bonuses for new recruits, the Marine Corps has not.
Americans have less confidence in the U.S. military than in decades, we explore the reasons behind the recruiting shortfall, how the Pentagon is responding, and its impact on America's military preparedness. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.