Controversies Surround Trump's Pentagon Pick and Cabinet Choices
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Pete Hegseth, nominated by Donald Trump to lead the Department of Defense, was flagged as a potential 'Insider Threat' due to a tattoo associated with white supremacist groups. Hegseth, a Fox News host and Army National Guard veteran, has downplayed military extremism and criticized efforts to address it. His nomination raises concerns given his views on extremism and support for convicted war criminals. Hegseth claims he was unfairly labeled an extremist, impacting his role during Biden's inauguration.
- Trump’s Pentagon pick was flagged as a possible ‘Insider Threat’ in the National Guard PBS NewsHour
- Trump’s transition team caught off guard by Hegseth allegation CNN
- Trumpworld is pushing back against dueling Pete Hegseth controversies Mother Jones
- How Hegseth’s Tattoo Got Him Barred From Working at Biden’s Inauguration - WSJ The Wall Street Journal
- Two Trump cabinet choices in jeopardy over sexual misconduct allegations The Guardian US
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