Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth may bring back the practice of several Army drill sergeants swarming and screaming at recruits during basic training in what is known as a “shark attack.” The practice, ...

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering a revival of the "shark attack," a once-common drill where recruits are swarmed and screamed at by drill sergeants to instill discipline and readiness.

An increase in Army recruitment and enlistment has led to five more basic combat training companies at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri, and a 30% increase in soldiers training there. The Army has ...