Kyle Rittenhouse's Disqualification from U.S. Marine Corps Exam Raises Social Media Controversy

Following recent claims on social media, controversy has arisen over Kyle Rittenhouse's alleged low score on the ASVAB test, which is required for enlistment into the U.S. Armed Forces. The contentious image and email have sparked a debate regarding Rittenhouse's eligibility for military service.

On April 1, 2024, a photo and email purportedly revealing Rittenhouse's ASVAB test failure began circulating widely on social media platforms. The dissemination of this information led to a wave of reactions, with individuals either defending or deriding Rittenhouse's actions in light of these alleged revelations.

“I know lots of people who didn’t qualify for the job they wanted, but being banned from even trying again and not even sent to a prep program is pretty unique. Especially when recruiting is so low.” - James Stout

The contentious nature of the claim prompted further investigation to ascertain the authenticity of the image and the veracity of the assertions it supported.

Verification Efforts

An email circulating alongside the image was purportedly sourced from a Kenosha Police Field Report, prompting the fact-checking organization Snopes to initiate efforts to obtain the document for verification purposes.

Despite challenges in verifying the image, evidence from a Reddit post and information obtained from X led to the identification of several FBI employees mentioned within the email. This discovery heightened the stakes, indicating that the image and its content might be more substantial than initially portrayed.

Obtaining the Kenosha Police Report

Subsequent inquiries led to the procurement of a 938-page Kenosha police report on Rittenhouse, containing the email in question on page 572. This document, while formidable in size, will play a crucial role in corroborating the claims made in the circulated email once cross-referenced with additional records.

While the enormity of the document implies difficulty in fabricating it, Snopes has categorized this claim as "Research In Progress," awaiting further validation through independent records.

Debunking the Alleged Test Score Disqualification

Contrary to the initial claim that Rittenhouse's disqualification from military service was due to a low ASVAB test score, evidence suggests otherwise. The wording in the circulated email was subject to two distinct interpretations, which ultimately led to different implications regarding Rittenhouse's enlistment disqualification.

Despite his low test scores, it is now evident that this factor was not the primary reason for Rittenhouse's permanent disqualification from the Marines, prompting ongoing efforts to ascertain the accurate grounds for his ineligibility.

Continued Investigation

While the controversy surrounding Rittenhouse's ASVAB test score continues to unfold, Snopes remains committed to pursuing further inquiries and updating the public with verified information.

As this story develops, Snopes will provide additional details and insights into the veracity of the claims made surrounding Kyle Rittenhouse's military enlistment disqualification.