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Spanberger lashes out at Pentagon after Hegseth pulls colleges’ support over woke ‘ideologies’

The Pentagon announced it would end funding relationships with numerous colleges over what it calls woke ideologies, prompting criticism from Rep. Abigail Spanberger.
Spanberger argued the move attacks a long-standing military leadership pipeline, calling it outrageous and contrary to Virginia’s military traditions.
The memo cited shifting priorities to ensure leaders are trained for warfighting, with the goal of not supporting institutions that undermine core values.
William & Mary and other schools were named among those potentially cut as replacements were discussed, including Liberty University and The Citadel.
The controversy unfolds as U.S. policy tensions with Iran rise, with ongoing military actions surrounding the region.
Spanberger, a former CIA employee, stressed the importance of universities in educating the next generation of military leadership.
The memo reportedly targeted more than a dozen schools facing potential termination under the policy.
Virginia Democrats criticized the funding threat to historic military colleges amid DEI concerns.
The report notes potential replacements includes universities with strong military programs, reflecting a pivot in partnerships.
Fox News emphasized the memo's title: 'Aligning senior service college opportunities with American values.'

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