Under Hegseth, women’s share of top military promotions has plunged

Under Hegseth, women’s share of top military promotions has plunged

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August 8, 2026

After reaching a high in 2025, women’s promotions in the military’s top ranks have hit their lowest percentage in more than two decades.

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The drop comes as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked a number of promotions. →

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