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Trump credited with rising military recruitment but growth started before his reelection

  • U.S. Military recruitment recently achieved a comeback after experiencing a prior downturn.
  • This downturn primarily stemmed from the COVID-19 pandemic, low unemployment, and stiff private sector competition.
  • Defense Department data shows the uptick started before the November election, with experts citing improved strategies and incentives.
  • Military enlistment increased by 12.5% in fiscal year 2024 compared to 2023, totaling 225,000 new recruits.
  • Recruiting numbers continue to rise, but data does not yet confirm the impact of specific political figures.
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Trump credited with rising military recruitment but growth started before his reelection

Defense Department data shows the uptick began well before Trump's reelection and experts point to actions by the Biden administration.

·Billings, United States
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The Billings Gazette broke the news in Billings, United States on Monday, April 28, 2025.
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