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Hegseth Invited Pastor Who Calls for Christian Theocracy to Lead Pentagon Prayer Service

Secretary Hegseth invited Doug Wilson, founder of a conservative church, to lead monthly Pentagon prayer despite complaints from service members and critics about Wilson's controversial views.

  • Pastor Doug Wilson, who believes women should not vote, was invited by U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to lead the Pentagon's prayer service on Tuesday.
  • Wilson, who founded the Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho, has faced backlash for controversial views on slavery and same-sex marriage.
  • The U.S. Department of Defense posted photos of Hegseth and Wilson on social media, captioned 'We are One Nation Under God'.
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