In a significant move, the Army Secretary has rescinded the job offer for Jen Easterly, the former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), at the United States Military Academy at West Point. This decision follows mounting pressure from far-right activists who accused Easterly of promoting censorship during her time in the Biden administration. The decision has sparked discussions about the implications of political influence on military appointments, as Easterly was previously set to hold a distinguished position within the Social Sciences Department at the academy. This situation underscores the ongoing debates surrounding free speech, military conduct, and the politicization of academic positions.