Army Bans Whistles To Discourage Future Whistleblowers

WASHINGTON — Following a rash of whistleblowing that senior leaders have called "annoying," "unacceptable," and even "treasonous," the Army has announced a stopgap order banning all whistles on its bases. Whistles are no longer authorized for use, and remaining stockpiles will be gathered and disposed of in burn pits during the coming weeks.

"Blowing whi…