The Latest Breaking News from Naval Special Warfare Command

Racist memes shared by Navy SEALs prompt investigation, disciplinary actions

A defense official says that two members of Navy SEAL Team 4 are facing disciplinary action for racist conduct, and several of their platoon and team leaders are being disciplined for leadership failures

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Deaths of Navy SEALS who drowned while climbing on a boat carrying illicit weapons was preventable, military says

A military investigation has concluded that two U.S. Navy SEALs drowned as they tried to climb aboard a ship carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Yemen because of glaring training failures and a lack of understanding about what to do after a fall into deep, turbulent waters

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024

Navy SEALs training plagued by pervasive problems, according to investigation after death of sailor

The training program for Navy SEALs is plagued by widespread medical failures, poor oversight and the use of performance-enhancing drugs that have increased the risk of injury and death to those seeking to become elite commandos

The Independent UK · May 25, 2023