U.S. Army Restructuring for Future Fights

SOURCE npr.org
The U.S. Army is restructuring to better prepare for future fights against large-scale adversaries like China or North Korea and to address the challenge of filling its ranks.

Key Points

  • Army plans to cut 24,000 soldiers (5% of force) but mostly empty slots
  • Adding 7,500 soldiers in critical jobs like air defense, anti-drone efforts, and cyber warfare
  • Creation of units in Hawaii and Europe, Middle East to address future threats

Pros

  • Better preparation for future fights against large-scale adversaries
  • Focus on high-tech jobs to attract new soldiers

Cons

  • Challenges in filling its ranks
  • Cuts in jobs, although mostly in empty slots