U.S. Military Struggling With Recruitment

The video discusses a high school student's experience at the U.S. Navy Summer Flight Academy and the broader challenges faced by the military in recruiting new members. With a tight civilian job market and the impact of the pandemic, military branches are struggling to meet recruitment goals. The Navy barely met its target, while the Army fell short. To address this, the military has increased enlistment age limits and offered bonuses. Congress is pressuring the Pentagon to enhance recruitment efforts. The video also highlights the importance of maintaining military size for national defense and showcases female pilots as role models.

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