The Department of War will declassify an internal after-action review of its coronavirus vaccine mandate, the department announced. Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the National Academy of Public Administration to conduct the review to capture lessons learned and improve future policy as part of efforts to rebuild trust with service members discharged under the mandate.
Review Details
An internal panel convened by the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness will examine official decisions, coordination, planning, and execution from January 2020 through January 2023. The review’s findings will be published publicly by February 2027.
Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness Anthony J. Tata said in a news release that the Department is committed to restoring honor and rebuilding trust with the warfighters impacted by the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Tata added that the actions detailed in the review reflect the Department’s ongoing dedication to transparency and accountability.
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