For the second time this year, an independent federal review has faulted the U.S. Department of Defense for how it has responded when children on military bases sexually assault each other.
The U.S. Department of Defense is struggling to change how it handles the abuse of military kids, including cases involving sexual assault by other children, according to a report commissioned by Congress.
Problems with law enforcement responses could result in more harm to the victim, and hinder investigations which help commanders and prosecutors make informed decisions about disciplinary or prosecuting actions.