Controversial Renaming: USNS Harvey Milk Faces Unanticipated Changes
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk, a rare action deemed to align with President Trump's objectives. The move, criticized by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, comes during Pride Month and marks a controversial shift away from acknowledging historic gay rights activist Harvey Milk.
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In a move that has sparked widespread controversy, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the Navy to rename the USNS Harvey Milk. The decision, seen as aligning with former President Trump's objectives, emerges during Pride Month, evoking criticism from various quarters, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Harvey Milk, a slain gay rights activist and former Navy sailor, had been honored when the Navy named the ship after him in 2016. Pelosi called the renaming a 'vindictive erasure' of efforts by individuals like Milk who worked tirelessly to dismantle societal barriers and advance civil rights.
The renaming decision was relayed through an internal memo, defending it as a move to 're-establish the warrior culture.' However, it has been perceived by critics as part of a broader endeavor to eliminate programs and policies connected to diversity, equity, and inclusion across military branches.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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