U.S. ready to cut support to Scouts, accusing them of attacking 'boy-friendly spaces'
U.S. ready to cut support to Scouts, accusing them of attacking 'boy-friendly spaces'  
Podcast: Trump's Terms
Published On: Tue Nov 25 2025
Description: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is planning for the military to sever all ties with Scouting America, saying the group once known as the Boy Scouts is no longer a meritocracy and has become an organization designed to "attack boy-friendly spaces," according to documents reviewed by NPR.Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy