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Congressional Hearing on Extremism in the Armed Forces

Original title: [H.A.S.C. No. 117-14] EXTREMISM IN THE ARMED FORCES

January 1, 2022

militaryextremismnational securityarmed servicescongressional oversight

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing represents a formal congressional effort to define and address extremist activity within the military, which directly impacts military personnel policies, recruitment standards, and internal security protocols.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Military personnel

Military members are subject to any policy changes or definitions of extremism resulting from committee oversight.

Department of Defense

The agency is responsible for implementing policies and standards regarding conduct and extremism within the armed forces.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.

What's next

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Summary

The House Committee on Armed Services held a hearing on March 24, 2021, to discuss the presence of extremism within the U.S. military. The committee focused on defining the term 'extremism' and exploring strategies to address it within the ranks.

Key Facts

  • The hearing was held on March 24, 2021, via Webex.
  • The primary objective stated by Chairman Adam Smith was to define the term 'extremism' in the context of the military.
  • The committee heard testimony from three witnesses: Michael Berry, Lecia Brooks, and Audrey Kurth Cronin.
  • The hearing included formal procedures for remote participation, requiring members to remain visible on camera for quorum and voting purposes.
  • Post-hearing questions were submitted by Representatives Morelle and Moulton.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main goal of this hearing?
The main goal was to define what constitutes 'extremism' within the armed forces and to discuss how to address it.
Who testified at the hearing?
The witnesses were Michael Berry (First Liberty Institute), Lecia Brooks (Southern Poverty Law Center), and Audrey Kurth Cronin (American University).

Why It Matters

This hearing represents a formal congressional effort to define and address extremist activity within the military, which directly impacts military personnel policies, recruitment standards, and internal security protocols.

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Discoveries

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Focus on Definition

The hearing highlights a deliberate effort by the committee to establish a formal definition of extremism to guide future military policy.

House Committee on Armed Services

Connected Entities

personMichael Berry“General Counsel, First Liberty Institute; witness”Map →
personAudrey Kurth Cronin“Professor of International Security, American University; witness”Map →
personLecia Brooks“Chief of Staff, Southern Poverty Law Center; witness”Map →
personMike Rogers“Ranking Member of the House Committee on Armed Services”Map →
organizationHouse Committee on Armed Services“The committee conducting the hearing”Map →
personAdam Smith“Chairman of the House Committee on Armed Services”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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  • Controversy65
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  • Entertainment20
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