Navy Takes Down ‘Pride Month’ Banners on Social Media
The U.S. Navy’s Twitter account has removed its “Pride Month”-themed banner. On Friday, the account End Wokeness shared two screen shots of the Navy’s Twitter account side by side. One picture showed the account’s…
The U.S. Navy’s Twitter account has removed its “Pride Month”-themed banner.
On Friday, the account End Wokeness shared two screen shots of the Navy’s Twitter account side by side.
One picture showed the account’s banner featuring the word “Pride” and a graphic showing the colors of the LGBTQ+ flag.
And another picture showed the account’s banner absent colors.
Check out the pictures below:
In the statement to The Hill, a spokesperson for the Navy said, “The US Navy posted graphics in support of the start of Pride month to honor the service, commitment, and sacrifice of the LGBTQ+ Service members and personnel who volunteer to defend our country.”
“As we do with all Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI) observance months, we will look for additional opportunities to celebrate the diversity and strength of our Sailors,” it continued.
Finally, the statement said, “Members of the LGBTQ+ community serve their country, fully contribute to the DoD mission, and deserve a welcoming environment which enables them to reach their full potential.”
The decision to take down the Pride banner comes as the Military has faced criticism for going “woke.”
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) sent a letter to the Pentagon demanding information on the cost of LGBTQ+ “observance” activities.