DOD Prepares Invitation to Rejoin for Troops Separated for Refusing COVID Vaccine
Washington, D.C. – The Department of Defense (DOD) announced today that it will be preparing an invitation to bring back troops who were separated from the military for refusing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. This decision comes after the Biden administration lifted the vaccine mandate for military personnel in January 2023.
According to the DOD, approximately 8,400 service members were separated from the military for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19. These troops were given the option to either get vaccinated or be separated from the service. The vast majority of service members chose to get vaccinated, with only a small number opting to be separated.
The DOD’s decision to invite these troops back into the military is a recognition of the fact that the COVID-19 vaccine mandate is no longer necessary. The virus has become less severe and widespread, and the vast majority of Americans have been vaccinated. As a result, the DOD believes that it is no longer necessary to require service members to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
The DOD’s invitation will likely be welcomed by the troops who were separated for refusing to get vaccinated. Many of these troops have expressed regret for their decision and have said that they would be willing to return to the military if given the opportunity.
The DOD’s decision to invite these troops back into the military is a positive step. It shows that the DOD is willing to listen to the concerns of its service members and make changes when necessary. It also shows that the DOD is committed to maintaining a strong and capable military force.
Additional Information
- The DOD’s invitation to rejoin will be sent to all troops who were separated from the military for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
- The troops will have 180 days to respond to the invitation.
- The troops will be required to undergo a medical screening before they can return to the military.
- The troops will not be eligible for back pay for the time that they were separated from the military.
DOD Prepares Invitation to Bring Back Troops Separated for Refusing COVID Vaccine
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