Scouting America to End DEI for Military Partnership

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on Friday that Scouting America, formerly known as the Boy Scouts of America, will implement several policy changes to align with federal guidelines and preserve its longstanding partnership with the Department of War. The reforms, agreed upon after negotiations between the organization and military officials, aim to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion practices while reinforcing ties to military service.

The changes stem from Executive Order 14173, signed by President Donald Trump on January 21, 2025, which seeks to end what the administration describes as illegal discrimination in federal contracting and affiliations. Hegseth stated that Scouting America's policies since 2012 had jeopardized this relationship by introducing elements that conflicted with the order's provisions. To continue receiving Department of War support, including financial assistance and use of military bases for events like the National Jamboree, the organization committed to specific adjustments.

Under the agreement, Scouting America will review and remove DEI-related language from its programs, publications, and communications. The "Citizen in Society"...