Coast Guard Vows Reforms Following Mishandling of Sexual Assault Reports

The US Coast Guard has released a scathing internal review acknowledging its failure to address sexual assaults and other serious misconduct within the organization. The review, prompted by a CNN investigation, revealed that leaders had concealed damning information and covered up misconduct. The report outlined a roadmap for reform, including changes to training, victim support services, and accountability processes. However, it did not hold past perpetrators or officials accountable, as ongoing government investigations are still underway. Members of Congress criticized the report for its lack of accountability and called for concrete steps to be taken. Survivors of sexual assault and harassment at the Coast Guard Academy are scheduled to share their experiences in a Congressional hearing next week.