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Critics Demand Defense Secretary Hegseth's Removal Over Pentagon Management
Former Air Force officials and Republican lawmakers have publicly criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing inept management and a toxic climate within the Pentagon. Several critics are now urging President Trump to replace him over concerns about departmental readiness.
2 Sept, 21:04 — 3 Sept, 04:00
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CNNMostly Factual9h ago
Former Air Force secretary says Hegseth is doing ‘active harm’ to Defense Department | CNN Politics - CNN
Former Air Force secretary says Hegseth is doing ‘active harm’ to Defense Department | CNN Politics CNN
Read full article →The IndependentMostly Factual16h ago
Republican Senator calls on Trump to fire Hegseth for ‘inept management’
Thom Tillis slammed the Defense Secretary’s leadership – 18 months after casting a key vote to confirm his appointment
By Isabel Keane
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First report: The Independent · 2 Sept, 21:04|Full coverage: 3 · 10h|Window: 10h
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