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politics1 year ago•9 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Pete Hegseth's Defense Nomination Amid Personal and Political Scrutiny

Former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel discusses the challenges Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, may face due to his lack of experience. Hagel expresses concerns about potential politicization of the military and the implications of Hegseth's controversial views, such as removing senior officers deemed "too woke." Hagel warns that such actions could lead to resignations and weaken U.S. military leadership and security.

via NPR|

#chuckhagel #defensedepartment #militaryleadership

politicsgovernment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Revelations and Outrage Surround Sec. Austin's Delayed Hospitalization Disclosure"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized with a serious condition and transferred his authorities to Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks without informing her of his hospitalization. Hicks, on vacation in Puerto Rico, was equipped to perform her duties remotely but only learned of Austin's condition two days later. Despite this, she managed to handle routine department decisions and was prepared to support President Biden as required by law. During this period, a Pentagon-authorized drone strike in Iraq took place, which Austin was tracking from the hospital.

via USA TODAY|

##defensesecretary #kathleenhicks