Morning Wire Military Gets Failing Grade & Exclusive Poll | 10.19.22
Oct 19, 2022
A new readiness index reveals the U.S. military's alarming decline in strength, with aging equipment and insufficient training highlighted as major concerns. Meanwhile, polling from Arizona shows a competitive Senate race as GOP support rises, influenced by economic and immigration issues. Additionally, a legal battle in Arkansas over minors' access to gender transition treatments underscores significant societal debates, potentially shaping laws in other states.
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Military Readiness Downgraded
- The U.S. military's preparedness has been downgraded to "weak" according to the 2023 Index of Military Strength.
- This is due to aging equipment, shrinking forces, and lack of readiness, not the quality of personnel.
Defense Spending and Global Threats
- Increased defense spending hasn't kept pace with inflation, resulting in a net loss of resources.
- This, coupled with global threats like the war in Ukraine and China's stance on Taiwan, raises serious concerns.
Impact of DEI Training on Military
- The focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training in the military may be harming its combat posture.
- If adversaries perceive the U.S. military as distracted, it diminishes its deterrence value.