The Pentagon is currently facing a massive wave of backlash after shifting how it tracks service member casualties in the ongoing conflict with Iran. Recommended VideosSenator Elizabeth Warren didn’t hold back when addressing the situation, labeling the revision “an act of cruelty.” This lack of transparency is causing significant friction between the Pentagon and members of Congress on both sides of the aisle. Acting Pentagon press secretary Joel Valdez attempted to address the controversy on Thursday by characterizing the data shifts as temporary disruptions. He stated, “The Department of War is aware of temporary data disruptions on the Defense Casualty Analysis System (DCAS) website.