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Pentagon Responds to Senator Mark Kelly's Allegations of Discrimination in Military Promotions

The Pentagon has denied allegations from Senator Mark Kelly that military promotions are biased against women and Black officers. The department emphasized that promotions are based on merit, with officials asserting that identity does not play a role in decision-making. Kelly's accusations included claims of discriminatory removals of high-ranking officers.

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The Pentagon has denied allegations from Senator Mark Kelly that military promotions are biased against women and Black officers. The department emphasized that promotions are based on merit, with officials asserting that identity does not play a role in decision-making. Kelly's accusations included claims of discriminatory removals of high-ranking officers.

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Pentagon fires back after Mark Kelly accuses Pete Hegseth of targeting women and Black military officers

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Pentagon Responds to Senator Mark Kelly's Allegations of Discrimination in Military Promotions