Biden Admin Opposes Merit-Based Military Promotions, Wants Provisions For Race And Gender
The White House responded to the proposed NDAA in a statement on July 10th, outlining a number of provisions the administration opposed – from the potential creation of a Space Force National Guard to the attempt to roll back some of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies that Biden had enacted at the beginning of his presidency.
“The Administration strongly opposes the House’s sweeping attempts (sections 364, 523, 566, 595, 596, 598, 904, and 1046) to eliminate the Department’s longstanding DEIA efforts and related initiatives to promote a cohesive and inclusive force,” a statement from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) read. “As articulated in the 2022 NDS, one of the Department’s top priorities is building a resilient Joint Force and defense enterprise.”
“DoD’s strategic advantage in a complex global security environment is the diverse and dynamic talent pool from which we draw. We rely on diverse perspectives, experiences, and skillsets to remain a global leader, deter war, and keep our nation secure. Moreover, DoD is committed to developing and maintaining a dignified, respectful, and safe workplace. Legislation that reduces DoD’s ability to create a positive work environment and fully leverage the best our nation has to offer puts the Department at a strategic disadvantage,” the OMB’s statement continued.
There were three somewhat remarkable (unrelated) arrests right before the holiday. First, 
