military is promoting Marxist ideologies,” tweeted Republican Rep. Matthew Lohmeier was removed from his command in the Space Force for voicing concerns that the U.S. Michael Waltz, a retired Army colonel, also complained of a double standard. “Far left critical race theory is taught while speaking out against MARXISM is punished?” tweeted Rep. Ted Cruz called Lohmeier’s firing troubling. The episode fueled building concerns from Republicans that the Pentagon’s recent efforts to root out extremism is creating a political litmus test in which troops with more conservative or religious views are being marginalized in favor of liberal orthodoxy.Ī host of GOP lawmakers sounded off. I have written a book about a particular political ideology (Marxism) in the hope that our Defense Department might return to being politically non-partisan in the future as it has honorably done throughout history.” In a statement to, Lohmeier said, "My intent never has been to engage in partisan politics. He also took aim at Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, saying: "I don't demonize the man, but I want to make it clear to both him and every service member this agenda, it will divide us, it will not unify us." is rooted in critical race theory, which is rooted in Marxism," Lohmeier said in a recent podcast interview about his self-published book, "Irresistible Revolution: Marxism's Goal of Conquest & the Unmaking of the American Military." "The diversity, inclusion and equity industry and the trainings we are receiving in the military. Stephen Whiting, head of Space Operations Command, first reported on Saturday. Matthew Lohmeier, commander of 11th Space Warning Squadron at Buckley Air Force Base in Colorado was relieved Friday by Lt. ![]() ‘IT’S OUTRAGEOUS’: Conservative Republicans accused the Pentagon of a political witch hunt over the weekend after the Space Force fired a commander who had criticized military leaders for pursuing what he called a Marxist agenda. Together, we will strengthen deterrence and help ensure mission readiness today. Ennobled by our shared patriotism, we will do all that is necessary to protect American and allied interests. Lockheed Martin employees and customers are bound by a common cause. Email us at, and follow on Twitter and a world of unlimited possibility and 21st century security. We're always on the lookout for tips, pitches and feedback. Just remember, “there are more fools in the world than there are people,” as the 19th century German poet Heinrich Heine wrote. HAPPY MONDAY AND WELCOME TO MORNING DEFENSE, where we got a few laughs out of the work of this prankster, who apparently got the best of the retired general who organized the letter last week attacking the president and Democrats. Bipartisan efforts reach a critical mass to reform how sexual assault is policed in the military. A new appeal for the Pentagon and intelligence agencies to coordinate the study of UFOs. The firing of a Space Force officer who accused the military of instituting Marxist ideas reignites charges of a partisan witch hunt. ![]() The POLITICO Pro platform combines the news you need with tools you can use to take action on the day’s biggest stories. Editor’s Note: Morning Defense is a free version of POLITICO Pro Defense's morning newsletter, which is delivered to our subscribers each morning at 6 a.m.
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