Fort Benning, Georgia, will revert to its original name, honoring World War I soldier Cpl. Fred G. Benning, a Distinguished Service Cross recipient, instead of the Confederate general it was previously named for. This follows the recent renaming of Fort Liberty, North Carolina, back to Fort Bragg. The decision reverses a 2023 renaming to Fort Moore, which honored Lt. Gen. Harold “Hal” Moore and his wife Julia. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cited Cpl. Benning’s heroism and stated the Army will honor the Moores’ legacy separately.
Read More
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s order to halt U.S. Cyber Command’s planning against Russian aggression has sparked widespread alarm among experts and the public. The directive, revealed in a recent report, involves withdrawing U.S. countermeasures against Russia’s cyberattacks. This decision has drawn sharp criticism, with many accusing the administration of surrendering to Russia and abandoning vital leverage in the face of Russian aggression. Concerns are mounting about the implications for U.S. foreign policy and national security.
Read More
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed U.S. Cyber Command to halt all offensive cyber operations against Russia, a decision impacting hundreds to thousands of personnel depending on its scope. This order, while excluding the NSA’s intelligence work, reflects the White House’s push to improve relations with Moscow following the Ukraine invasion. The directive’s duration is unspecified, but it raises concerns about potential increased risks to US and international entities from Russian cyber activity. A Pentagon spokesperson declined comment.
Read More
Senator Thom Tillis’s vote to confirm Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary was reportedly swayed by credible death threats against him. Tillis, the final Republican holdout, cited President Trump’s history of violent rhetoric and encouragement of such behavior as a key factor in his reluctance. This includes Trump’s past calls to action directed at extremist groups and his condoning of violence against protestors. The threats, coupled with Trump’s actions, highlight the considerable pressure faced by Republicans who defy the former president.
Read More
Readers are encouraged to submit news tips to The Daily Beast. The submission process is streamlined for ease of use. Tips can be sent directly through a dedicated online portal. All submissions will be carefully considered. Contributions from the public are valuable in supporting investigative journalism.
Read More
The Trump administration’s dismissal of top military lawyers, including three Judge Advocate Generals, was defended by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth as necessary to remove roadblocks and replace those perpetuating an ineffective status quo. Hegseth dismissed criticism, arguing the changes bring “fresh blood” and prioritize warfighting over what he terms “wokeism.” This action follows the removal of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General CQ Brown Jr., and is part of a broader effort to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the military. Critics, however, see these actions as a concerning step toward autocracy.
Read More
The president criticized the aircraft carriers’ magnetic elevator system, claiming it’s a flawed “new theory” resulting in billions of dollars in cost overruns. He erroneously asserted that the magnets are ineffective, despite the elevators’ function, echoing prior unsubstantiated claims about magnets and water. These comments follow a pattern of repeating unfounded criticisms, even those demonstrably inaccurate. Project delays and budget overruns are acknowledged, but the link to the elevator system’s functionality is unsubstantiated.
Read More
Approximately 55 Patch Middle School students in Stuttgart, Germany, staged a walkout protesting the Pentagon’s elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in military schools. The protest coincided with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit, who has prioritized removing DEI programs, citing their divisiveness. The walkout, which lasted about 50 minutes, was deemed a peaceful expression of opinion by school officials. The Pentagon’s actions have resulted in book removals, disbanding of student organizations, and a review of curriculum materials across military schools.
Read More
Pete Hegseth’s recent visit to a U.S. military base in Germany was met with an unexpected and powerful response: a student walkout. The protest, organized in part by an eighth-grader, highlighted the students’ concerns about the potential impact of certain policies and figures on their lives and communities.
The walkout wasn’t a spontaneous event; it was a planned demonstration stemming from anxieties surrounding the influence of certain political figures and their perceived impact on inclusivity and diversity initiatives. Students felt strongly that their voices needed to be heard, and they were determined to make their feelings known.
A significant motivating factor for the student organizers was the perceived threat to diversity-focused events and initiatives within the base’s schools.… Continue reading
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth faced protests during a visit to U.S. European Command headquarters, with approximately two dozen military families booing and chanting “DEI” in response to his recent policies. These policies include a ban on certain books in DOD schools and a halt to gender transition procedures for service members. The protest, considered highly unusual, highlights the significant backlash against the Trump administration’s broader crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the military. Hegseth’s confirmation itself was controversial, marked by protests and a tie-breaking vote in the Senate.
Read More
John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood