Pentagon officials established new weight and grooming requirements for service members attending Pete Hegseth's speech on Sept. 30. Reports say they want troops in top shape with flawless grooming standards in the crowd. The event comes at a time when Hegseth deals with record-low approval ratings and an impeachment effort. To date, the Pentagon has offered no explanation for the policy publicly. The requirements apply to all troops planning to attend the speech. This uncommon move has added to scrutiny of the defense secretary.