Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth wants only fit, well-groomed troops in the audience for an upcoming address in Quantico, Virginia, later this month, according to a new report. The selection criteria reflect Hegseth’s broader focus on physical fitness and the military’s public image .
According to internal emails reviewed by The Wall Street Journal , troops in attendance for Hegseth’s speech must meet the military’s weight requirements and maintain “impeccable” grooming standards.
The Office of the Secretary of Defense declined to comment on or provide a copy of the emailed memo to Business Insider.
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