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Trump removed the “woke” ideology and directions of the US Military, and threatened to fire the generals he does not like “on the spot”, especially the fat ones.Trump also explicitly stated his intention to fire military officials he dislikes “right on the spot”. The remarks were made during an unusual meeting of hundreds of top military leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico.Reports published on September 30, 2025, confirm that President Donald Trump, along with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, declared an end to what they call “woke” ideology in the U.S. military
Policy changes and rhetoric regarding “woke” policies
Abolishing DEI: In January 2025, Trump signed executive orders to abolish all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs within the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security.
Focus on merit: The administration has repeatedly emphasized a return to what it calls a “merit-based” system, claiming that “woke” policies had prioritized political correctness over combat readiness.
End of “politically correct” culture: During the Quantico meeting, Hegseth told the assembled generals and admirals that “the era of politically correct, overly sensitive, don’t-hurt-anyone’s-feelings leadership ends right now”.
Disbanded student clubs: In February 2025, West Point disbanded numerous student clubs focused on diversity in response to the executive orders, including the Asian-Pacific Forum Club and the National Society of Black Engineers Club.
Threat to fire generals
“Right on the spot”: When asked by reporters about firing officials, Trump stated, “If I don’t like somebody, I’m going to fire them right on the spot”.
Loyalty over protocol: The threat to remove military leaders for ideological reasons rather than performance reflects a growing focus on loyalty within the administration. Defense Secretary Hegseth also warned leaders to “resign” if they do not agree with the administration’s new direction.
Comments on overweight generals
“Fat generals and admirals”: During his address, Hegseth explicitly criticized “fat generals and admirals,” stating that it’s “completely unacceptable” to see overweight senior military leaders.
Increased fitness standards: Hegseth announced that all service members, regardless of rank, must meet strict fitness standards, including passing physical fitness tests twice a year. He also announced new “grooming standards,” including restrictions on beards.
Potential military changes and concerns
Using cities as training grounds: Trump repeated his calls to use “dangerous cities” like Chicago and Portland as military training grounds, saying, “we’re going to straighten them out one by one”.
Weakening hazing protections: Reports indicate that the administration is loosening disciplinary rules and weakening protections against hazing and bullying, which some fear could lead to more military suicides.
Renaming the Pentagon: In September 2025, Trump signed an executive order to rename the Department of Defense to the “Department of War,” though it still requires congressional approval.
The remarks regarding military leadership and policy come as the administration pushes for a significant reorientation of priorities within the military, emphasizing a shift toward what it calls a “warrior ethos”.— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Sep 30, 2025
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Trump “de-woked” the US Miilitary google.com/search?q=Trump+%2…
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Trump removed the “woke” ideology and directions of the US Military, and threatened to fire the generals he does not like “on the spot”, especially the fat ones.Trump also explicitly stated his intention to fire military officials he dislikes “right on the spot”. The remarks were made during an unusual meeting of hundreds of top military leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico.Reports published on September 30, 2025, confirm that President Donald Trump, along with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, declared an end to what they call “woke” ideology in the U.S. military
Policy changes and rhetoric regarding “woke” policies
Abolishing DEI: In January 2025, Trump signed executive orders to abolish all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs within the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security.
Focus on merit: The administration has repeatedly emphasized a return to what it calls a “merit-based” system, claiming that “woke” policies had prioritized political correctness over combat readiness.
End of “politically correct” culture: During the Quantico meeting, Hegseth told the assembled generals and admirals that “the era of politically correct, overly sensitive, don’t-hurt-anyone’s-feelings leadership ends right now”.
Disbanded student clubs: In February 2025, West Point disbanded numerous student clubs focused on diversity in response to the executive orders, including the Asian-Pacific Forum Club and the National Society of Black Engineers Club.
Threat to fire generals
“Right on the spot”: When asked by reporters about firing officials, Trump stated, “If I don’t like somebody, I’m going to fire them right on the spot”.
Loyalty over protocol: The threat to remove military leaders for ideological reasons rather than performance reflects a growing focus on loyalty within the administration. Defense Secretary Hegseth also warned leaders to “resign” if they do not agree with the administration’s new direction.
Comments on overweight generals
“Fat generals and admirals”: During his address, Hegseth explicitly criticized “fat generals and admirals,” stating that it’s “completely unacceptable” to see overweight senior military leaders.
Increased fitness standards: Hegseth announced that all service members, regardless of rank, must meet strict fitness standards, including passing physical fitness tests twice a year. He also announced new “grooming standards,” including restrictions on beards.
Potential military changes and concerns
Using cities as training grounds: Trump repeated his calls to use “dangerous cities” like Chicago and Portland as military training grounds, saying, “we’re going to straighten them out one by one”.
Weakening hazing protections: Reports indicate that the administration is loosening disciplinary rules and weakening protections against hazing and bullying, which some fear could lead to more military suicides.
Renaming the Pentagon: In September 2025, Trump signed an executive order to rename the Department of Defense to the “Department of War,” though it still requires congressional approval.
The remarks regarding military leadership and policy come as the administration pushes for a significant reorientation of priorities within the military, emphasizing a shift toward what it calls a “warrior ethos”.— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Sep 30, 2025
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The MTA board made it official Tuesday, formally voting to approve its plan to raise the NYC subway and bus fare by 10 cents in January.
Per the approval, made during the board’s monthly meeting on Sept. 30, a ride on the subway or bus will increase from $2.90 to $3; reduced fare rides would increase from $1.45 to $1.50.
The express bus fare will increase by a quarter, from $7 to $7.25, and the reduced fares during off-peak hours will jump from $3.50 to $3.60.
The MTA board also voted “yes” to lower the price of its seven-day subway and bus fare cap.
Per the approval, the unlimited OMNY fare cap price will be slashed by $1. The current $34 cap will increase to $35, rather than the originally proposed two-dollar increase to $36.
Under the cap, customers pay for 12 rides within a seven-day period; all subsequent rides are free. At the proposed base fare, no rider would pay more than $35 in a week. Reduced-fare customers would pay no more than $17.50 in a week
The decision to lower the original fare cap followed a six-week public comment period. Janno Lieber, MTA chair and CEO, said fares account for about 30% of the agency’s operating budget, compared to 50% before the pandemic, attributing the decrease to Albany lawmakers’ increased MTA funding, which helped reduce the fare hike.
“This governor and this legislature stepped up so we did not have to change our pattern of small incremental fare increases and go to a massive fare increase like is going on in Philadelphia right now,” Lieber said. “We have 2% a year instead of 20% or 15%, which is what New Jersey just went through.”
Additionally, the board approved all one-way mobile and paper commuter rail tickets for the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North to expire at 4 a.m. the following day instead of the original proposal from July, which included a four-hour validity window on the tickets.
Meanwhile, tolls on most MTA bridges will increase from $6.94 to $7.46.
Commuters have mixed reactions to paying more for transit.
Omar Vera, a commuter who spoke at the meeting, criticized the increases.
“For many people, this is becoming unaffordable for the hikes to keep happening,” he said. “At the very least, this shouldn’t be every two years. Give it some time for people to make more wages or salary, and then maybe you can put in a fare hike that is appropriate for the people”
But Adam Schmidt, a transportation associate at the Citizens Budget Commission (CBC), spoke in support of the fare and toll hike.
“Reasonable, predictable biennial increases are the appropriate way to support the MTA’s ongoing operations while protecting riders and drivers from significant, unexpected price hikes,” he said. “Let’s be clear, these fare and toll increases are essential. Reducing them, even modestly, from the original amount does not serve the MTA’s finances well.”
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GOV. KATHY HOCHUL OPENED AN ARTIST CALL FOR THE RUTH BADER GINSBURG MEMORIAL.
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The $3 billion Coney Island casino plan along Surf Avenue will not advance to the Gaming Facility Location Board.
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