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Slotkin Tells Defense Secretary Hegseth to ‘Be a Man’ over Trump Admin’s Military Actions

  • During a Senate hearing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced criticism for not clearly answering whether he would follow an illegal order from President Donald Trump regarding protesters.
  • Senator Elissa Slotkin highlighted a past remark by former Defense Secretary Mark Esper about Trump's suggestion to shoot protesters in the legs.
  • Critics, including MSNBC's Jonathan Lemire, noted Hegseth's reluctance to directly answer Slotkin's questions, interpreting his silence as significant.
  • In another exchange, Senator Mazie Hirono questioned Hegseth on whether he would obey an illegal order, signaling concerns over military engagement with protesters.
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