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Defense Secretary Hegseth intervened to stop promotions of Black and female officers

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon on March 19. (AFP via Getty Images)
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon on March 19. (AFP via Getty Images)

This article was originally published on March 27, 2026.

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