Coast Guard sets up recruiting corps to deal with struggling numbers




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Summary: The Coast Guard wants to bring in 4,000 new members this year. But Commandant Admiral Karl Schultz says he seriously doubts the branch can top 2,500. To help, the Coast Guard is creating an officer recruiting corps to bring in candidates fresh out of college. Federal News Network’s Scott Maucione spoke with the Executive Officer of Coast Guard Recruiting, Commander Andrea Smith, and with Commanding Officer Richter Tipton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices