Morning Wire Drafting Daughters? Chip Roy Fights Senate Proposal | Sunday Extra
Jun 30, 2024
Chip Roy, a Republican Congressman from Texas known for his conservative viewpoints, tackles pressing issues like the Senate's proposal to draft women and its implications for gender roles in the military. He passionately argues against including women in the draft, citing the need to uphold traditional values. Additionally, Roy highlights the importance of election integrity through the SAVE Act, emphasizing that only U.S. citizens should vote. He also raises concerns about the national debt and calls for a more fiscally responsible approach in Congress.
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Women in the Draft
- The Senate Armed Services Committee added a provision to the NDAA requiring women to register for the draft.
- Congressman Chip Roy opposes this, viewing it as foolish and unnecessary.
Arguments For and Against Drafting Women
- Proponents of drafting women argue for equality, claiming everyone should serve.
- Roy counters this, highlighting women's existing option to volunteer and his concerns about women in combat.
Military Performance Studies
- A 2015 Marine Corps study, costing $36 million, showed mixed-gender units underperforming all-male units in 70% of combat tasks.
- Nearly 50% of active-duty enlisted female soldiers failed previous Army Combat Fitness Tests, compared to just 8% of men.