Hegseth's new speech to soldiers after shaming 'fat troops & generals, beardos' in US military| Navy

War Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a patriotic address at the U.S. Navy’s 250th anniversary in Norfolk, celebrating the Navy’s legacy and reaffirming the Trump administration’s “peace through strength” doctrine. Hegseth emphasized unity and mission over individuality, telling sailors, “Your strength is your unity of purpose.” Linking his Navy remarks to recently enacted grooming policies, Hegseth reinforced his stance against beards and lax standards, stating “no more beardos” and instructing all branches to adopt strict grooming and fitness measures—except for certain Special Forces. He insisted the focus is on readiness, discipline, and restoring a warrior ethos throughout the armed forces, a move generating strong reactions from both supporters and religious accommodation advocates.