An executive order aiming to restore America's fighting force is analyzed, outlining its purported benefits—enhanced meritocracy, improved unit cohesion, and streamlined bureaucracy—and potential drawbacks—reduced diversity initiatives, potential morale issues, and possible legal challenges. The order prioritizes a merit-based system and emphasizes equal treatment under the law while eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. This approach, however, is expected to generate considerable debate regarding its effects on diversity, inclusion, and military effectiveness. The document ultimately presents a balanced view of the potential positive and negative consequences of the policy.