Pentagon Implements New Grooming Policy Under Hegseth, Sparking Controversy

The Pentagon, under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has introduced a new grooming policy mandating that service members remove facial hair after a one-year medical exemption. This controversial decision raises concerns about personal expression and morale among troops, as it may disproportionately affect those with legitimate reasons for maintaining facial hair, leading to potential discharges and increased stress within the military ranks.