Scouting America, Military at Odds Over Partnership

Scouting America, formerly known as the Boy Scouts of America, expresses disappointment as reports suggest War Secretary Pete Hegseth aims to end their long-standing military partnership. The organization highlights their century-long collaboration, emphasizing the militarys support for events like the National Jamborees and their role in providing stability for military children worldwide. They also note the significant number of military academy attendees who were once Scouts or Eagle Scouts. Secretary Hegseth criticizes Scouting America for allegedly no longer being a meritocracy and adopting genderless messaging, arguing it no longer aligns with its original mission. The organization plans to continue working with the Pentagon to resolve this issue. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.