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Hegseth Orders Faster Enforcement After Seeing Bearded Sailors on Ship Visit

Pentagon says the push is a readiness measure tied to protective-equipment seals, with commanders to be held accountable for compliance.

Pentagon Tightens Religious Beard Waivers With Stricter Proof and Higher-Level Approval

Hegseth Bars Troops With Shaving Waivers From South Korea Event

Pentagon Tightens Beard Rules, Limits Religious Waivers as Backlash Grows

Pentagon Sets One-Year Limit on Shaving Waivers, Allowing Discharge for Persistent Razor-Bump Cases

Pentagon Orders Clean-Shaven Force as Army Tightens Appearance Rules

Pentagon Funds Laser Hair Removal in Overhaul of Military Grooming Rules