Controversial Pentagon Nominee Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Extremism and Allegations

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Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, is raising concerns among extremism experts due to his far-right views and Christian nationalist ideology. Known for his media presence and controversial writings, Hegseth promotes a hyper-masculine, militant persona and has been criticized for his opposition to diversity in the military. His nomination has sparked alarm over potential policy shifts towards Christian nationalism and far-right extremism within the Pentagon.
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