Hegseth Orders Military Wide Stand Down So Troops Can Vote Ahead of Midterms

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that all U.S. troops will receive one day off in October to vote in the 2026 midterm elections. The policy ensures military personnel have dedicated time to participate in voting during that election cycle.

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NOTUSLean Left· 9d ago

Hegseth Orders One-Day ‘Stand-Down’ to Encourage Service Members to Vote

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UPICenter· 9d ago

Pete Hegseth orders day off for military members to vote

The HillCenter· 9d ago

Hegseth announces all US troops will get 1 day off to vote in October

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SofrepLean Right· 7d ago

Hegseth Orders Military Wide Stand Down So Troops Can Vote Ahead of Midterms