'Ain't Gonna Happen!' Politicians Vow to 'Fight Like Hell' to Protect Parris Island from Closure
25 Sep 2020
Military.com | By Gina Harkins
The mere possibility of the Marine Corps shaking up where it trains new recruits has drawn swift backlash -- at least in one state.
Political leaders in South Carolina are "activating" a task force to meet next week following Military.com's exclusive Thursday report that the Marine Corps is weighing the option of opening a new boot camp site. Such a move would mean a big change for the service, which has historically sent new enlistees to its legendary recruit depots in San Diego and Parris Island, South Carolina.
"It ain't gonna happen!" Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican, tweeted on Friday. "If you're looking to save money -- let's start with cutting those people who think closing Parris Island is a good idea.
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