Congressman Horsford Defends Diversity in Military Academy Admissions During NDAA Markup

During the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) markup, Congressman Steven Horsford spoke against an amendment that challenges the inclusion of race-conscious admissions policies in military academies. He referenced a recent Supreme Court decision that acknowledged the unique interests of military academies in maintaining diverse cohorts to build a capable and unified fighting force. He highlighted the importance of diversity in strengthening national security and promoting unity, emphasizing the honor and impact of nominating a diverse group of young men and women to military academies.