Some Marine Combat Jobs Will Remain Closed to Women
Will not adjust physical standards for some roles
In his first interview since the Pentagon opened ground combat jobs to women, the commandant of the Marine Corps said some occupations may ultimately remain closed if only a small number qualify.
The Marines will not lower physical standards for certain specialties, Gen. James Amos told USA TODAY. "We can't afford to lower standards," he said. "We can't make adjustments on what's required on the battlefield.
"That's not why America has a Marine Corps," he said.
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