By Michelle Tan - Staff writer
Posted : Thursday Aug 30, 2007 13:27:43 EDT
Recent reports by the FBI and the Army’s Criminal Investigation Command show that gang-related activity in the U.S. military is increasing. The FBI report concludes the increase poses a threat to law enforcement officials and national security.
Read the FBI report
Some experts point to looser recruiting standards, implemented in recent years as the Army struggles to meet recruiting goals, and the increase in waivers given to recruits with criminal records as a factor behind gang presence in the ranks.
More at http://www.navytimes.com/news/2007/08/army_gangs_reports_070828w/
