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Sara Jacobs: “That's horrific, against the law, and disastrous for our ability to recruit, retain, and protect women.”

On the recordFebruary 7, 2025
That's horrific, against the law, and disastrous for our ability to recruit, retain, and protect women.
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Sara Jacobs
Democratic · California

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Jacobs condemns the pause in training, highlighting its negative impact on military recruitment and women's safety.

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