Latest "waivers" stories

Senators press Pentagon on new medical system’s recruiting impact

A letter to the Defense Department Wednesday seeks answers on how the Genesis military health system, and the need for more waivers, affects recruiting.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz and Irene Loewenson

3 months ago

Need for accession waivers soars amid historic recruiting challenges

At least 1 in every 6 military recruits were given waivers to enter service in fiscal 2022.

By Rachel S. Cohen

8 months ago

Army now forgiving of past marijuana use to attract recruits

Smoked pot? Want to go to war? No problem.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

6 years ago

‘No changes to standards’: Army leaders take control of waiver controversy

The Army is in full damage control mode following an explosive story that the service had in August lifted a ban on granting waivers for history of mental health disorders and substance abuse.

By Meghann Myers

6 years ago

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