"We will work with Congress to amend the Uniform Code of Military Justice, removing the prosecution of sexual assaults and related crimes from the military chain of command," Austin said in a statement. A Pentagon review panel submitted recommendations to Austin in the spring, including a recommendation that independent authorities decide whether to prosecute service members in sexual assault cases.
If adopted, the change would mark a significant departure from how the military handles sexual assault, which the Pentagon has argued for years should be treated within the chain of command.Austin also added that the panel"recommended the inclusion of other special victims' crimes inside this independent prosecution system, to include domestic violence.
Well that’s way overdue.
DavidWCochrane An excellent decision
Boy, cnn sure knows how to spin a story
This guy is out of control. Glad I retired in time for not to have this insane person running the show.
Yes!! Mahalo SenGillibrand for your tireless efforts to address sexual assault in the military. Big ups to you, sister🤙🏽
That is a really good idea. Ensures objectivity.
Finally!!! No woman/man ever got justice under the good old boys’ club!
good news
Its about time
That is the right thing to do.
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