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In the wake of recent scandals involving America's most elite military troops, the head of U.S. Special Operations Command has ordered a comprehensive review of the culture and ethics of special operations forces.
In the wake of recent scandals involving America's most elite military troops, the head of U.S. Special Operations Command has ordered a comprehensive review of the culture and ethics of special operations forces.
"Recent incidents have called our culture and ethics into question and threaten the trust placed in us," Gen. Richard Clarke, the head of U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) wrote in a memo sent to the forces under his command.
"As a result, I am initiating a comprehensive review of Special Operations Forces (SOF) culture and ethics," he added. "The review will gather insights and observations from across our force and will draw upon the unique perspectives of leaders from internal and external entities," he added.
Clarke said the review would look at all facets of special operations culture including, recruiting, selection, training, ethics education and how ethical failures are addressed.
"The American people must trust those who protect, including the special operations professions in this Command," Clarke wrote. "This trust is paramount and must never be compromised."
"Most importantly, recognize this review as an opportunity to strengthen our values and reinforce trust," said Clarke.
Over the past two years elite special operations forces have been involved in high-profile scandals involving alleged criminal behavior.