On Monday, the Pentagon revised its religious affiliation codes following backlash from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) regarding its classification. The Pentagon had previously listed LDS without recognizing it as a 'Christian' faith, which prompted criticism from Republican Senators John Curtis and Mike Lee of Utah. In response, the Pentagon streamlined its list from over 200 codes to just 31, eliminating unnecessary labels. The updated list now presents only the name and code of each faith, including LDS, without the 'Christian' descriptor for any religion. The Pentagon emphasized that its role is to respect and support sincerely-held beliefs rather than engage in theological debates. This change is part of Secretary Hegseth's broader initiative to reform the Military Chaplain Corps, aiming to align spiritual wellbeing with mental and physical health. Hegseth's efforts follow the dismissal of Major Gen. William Green Jr., the U.S. Army Chief of Chaplains, earlier this year. The new codes include various faiths such as Presbyterian, Quaker, and Islam, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity within military services.