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MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell praised Sen. Mark Kelly's lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over a retirement-grade determination tied to Kelly's statements, calling it 'Lawfare For Dummies.' The suit argues the Pentagon violated due process by reopening or altering Kelly's retirement consequences after his post-retirement political remarks, and Kelly says he's defending constitutional rights and veterans' ability to speak out.
Sen. Mark Kelly filed a federal lawsuit against the Pentagon and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging punitive actions tied to his participation in a Democratic video to U.S. troops violated the Constitution, including the Speech or Debate Clause and due‑process protections; the suit also names the Navy Department. The Pentagon has not commented on ongoing litigation, and Hegseth had announced a plan to cut Kelly’s retired pay amid the dispute.
Sen. Mark Kelly filed a lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and related Defense Department officials, arguing that actions taken in response to his and fellow lawmakers’ criticisms violated his First Amendment rights, the Speech and Debate Clause, and several related statutes (including rules on retired officers’ ranks and the Administrative Procedure Act). The suit follows Hegseth’s January censure of Kelly after a veterans’ video urging military personnel to refuse illegal orders, and frames the dispute as part of broader tensions over congressional oversight and political influence within the military. Kelly, a retired Navy officer and astronaut, defends his speech as Constitutionally protected and warns that allowing such executive actions could undermine a coequal Congress. The piece also references ancillary reports on war-law issues, such as perfidy in a 2025 Venezuelan-boat attack, to illustrate ongoing civil-military tensions.
Arizona Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly filed a civil lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to block the Pentagon's move to downgrade his retirement rank and pay, arguing the punishment is unconstitutional retaliation for his criticisms of the administration and protected speech, including a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders.
Former military leader Maj Gen Paul Eaton warns that Trump's efforts to politicize the US military, including appointments and dismissals, resemble Stalinist purges and threaten the independence and reputation of the armed forces, with potential long-term consequences and risks of domestic conflict.
Tony Dokoupil made his debut as CBS Evening News anchor with an interview featuring Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, discussing U.S. potential intervention in Venezuela, Trump's policies, and the broader geopolitical implications, amid changing plans due to recent U.S. actions in Venezuela.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth describes the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro as the opposite of the Iraq invasion, emphasizing strategic, well-planned action aimed at securing resources and reasserting U.S. influence in the Western Hemisphere under President Trump.
Pete Hegseth, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, faces intense congressional scrutiny over his leadership and a controversial military strike off Venezuela, amid concerns about legality and his management style, with ongoing investigations and political debates about his future in the role.
Pete Hegseth invoked the term 'fog of war' amidst growing backlash over recent strikes on boats, highlighting the confusion and complexity surrounding military actions.
South Park's Thanksgiving episode mocked Pete Hegseth with a song parody, leading fans to adopt a brutal new nickname for him on social media, as the show satirized his political rebranding and antics.
Pete Hegseth has issued a warning to major US defence contractors, highlighting concerns related to national security and the military industry.
The U.S. conducted a night-time strike on a vessel in the Caribbean Sea allegedly involved in drug trafficking, killing six members of the Tren de Aragua gang, with the operation part of a broader campaign against drug smuggling linked to terrorism, supported by President Trump.
Pete Hegseth's 2013 Harvard thesis advocated for merit-based STEM schools that promote equity, contrasting with his recent outspoken criticism of diversity initiatives in the military, highlighting a shift from his earlier moderate stance to a more combative approach against woke ideology.
Pete Hegseth, the US defense secretary, abruptly dismissed the Navy chief of staff, Jon Harrison, who was instrumental in implementing Trump-era reforms, amid broader military upheaval and controversial policies under Hegseth's leadership.
Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and defense secretary, held a theatrical meeting with military officers at Quantico to criticize the Pentagon for being 'woke,' aiming to send a message to the White House and MAGA supporters rather than the military brass, echoing patriotic themes like those in the movie Patton.