Pentagon is set to review rules on grooming after complaints of racially discriminatory behavior . Hagel will tweak Pentagon policies accordingly after the reviews are completed , Kirby added . The reviews will be completed over the next three months . African - American soldiers and lawmakers applauded the Pentagon 's decision to review rules . The debate over hairstyle guidelines touched on racial identity issues .
Pentagon is set to review rules on grooming after complaints of racially discriminatory behavior . The reviews will be completed over the next three months . African - American soldiers and lawmakers applauded the Pentagon 's decision to review rules . The debate over hairstyle guidelines touched on racial identity issues .