Iran War Sparks Christian Nationalism Debate in U.S. Military
TL;DR
Amid U.S. strikes in Iran, critics say the Pentagon under Pete Hegseth is pushing Christian nationalist messaging in the military, prompting more than 200 complaints to the Military Religious Freedom Foundation across 50 installations; retired chaplains warn this focus could undermine unit cohesion and inclusivity, signaling a shift from the military’s traditionally pluralistic approach to religion.
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