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S.E. Cupp: Fire Pete Hegseth to help GOP in midterms
Critics say firing Pete Hegseth could calm Pentagon turmoil and help Republicans shift the midterm narrative, as his approval sits at -22.
- On Wednesday, Sen. Thom Tillis called for President Donald Trump to fire Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned this week, citing "inept management."
- Hegseth's focus on culture wars and "turbulence" within the military prompted Driscoll's departure after Hegseth drove out over two dozen senior leaders, including Gen. Christopher Donahue and Gen. David Hodne.
- Sen. Mike Rounds, a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, expressed concern over the loss of generals with "foundational knowledge" vital for military readiness and future capabilities.
- With opposition to the Iran War reaching 55.7%, Republicans face political pressure as Hegseth turmoil complicates midterm election campaigns just two months away.
- Trump faces a choice on Hegseth's Pentagon future; leadership changes could restore order and potentially shift the political narrative for Republicans before elections.
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S.E. Cupp: Fire Pete Hegseth to help GOP in midterms
“Muscles, dudes in dresses, testosterone.” That’s how one European defense official described the priorities of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, according to a bombshell new report from CNN on the growing concern inside the U.S. military over Hegseth’s leadership. Hegseth might not disagree with the characterization. He’s made it his mission to focus his attention on the culture […]
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Usa newsHegseth needs to go if the GOP expects midterm success
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