Pentagon updates religious codes after criticism from Mormons
The Pentagon on Monday updated its religious affiliation codes after members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints criticized the list because it did not describe LDS as a "Christian" faith.
TL;DR
- The Pentagon updated its religious affiliation codes after criticism from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS).
- The initial list of 31 codes did not categorize LDS as 'Christian', angering community members and Utah senators.
- The Pentagon corrected the list on Monday, removing the 'Christian' descriptor from other religions and providing only codes and faith names.
- The revision aims to simplify religious support services for chaplains and commanders.
- This change is part of an effort by Secretary Hegseth to overhaul the Military Chaplain Corps.