US EditionHegseth spars with Jack Reed over crude nickname for selfish military officers - Washington Examiner
- Senator Jack Reed will not support Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense, marking the first time he has opposed a nominee since joining the Armed Services Committee.
- During the hearing, Hegseth faced protests and accusations, including claims of misogyny and misconduct.
- Reed criticized Hegseth's character and past conduct, stating it disqualifies him from leadership in the military.
- Hegseth defended his mission for the Pentagon, emphasizing a focus on military success and readiness.
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Hegseth spars with Jack Reed over crude nickname for selfish military officers - Washington Examiner
President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, sparred with Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) over his use of an insult for military lawyers. During Hegseth’s confirmation hearing Monday, Reed expressed concern over Hegseth’s respect for authority. As an example, he brought up an alleged incident where Hegseth referred to lawyers in the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps as “JAGoffs.” Reed asked Hegseth to explain what that meant. …
Pete Hegseth Humiliates Loathsome Democrat Senator Jack Reed with an Epic Answer When Reed Asks Him What a "Jagoff"" Is
In a heated exchange, Pete Hegseth delivers a sharp retort to Senator Reed, leaving viewers both informed and entertained. Discover the full exchange and its implications.
Top Democrat on Armed Services Committee Says Hegseth Lacks ‘Character, Composure, and Competence’ To Lead the Pentagon
Senator Reed noted that he has voted for all of the previous eight defense secretary nominees regardless of party, though this time will mark the first that he does not support the president’s choice.
'You lack the character': Pete Hegseth hit by immediate putdown at confirmation hearing
Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) called into question Pete Hegseth's "character" at the beginning of the former Fox News Host's confirmation hearings for secretary of defense."Mr. Hegseth, you are the ninth nominee for secretary of defense I have had the honor to consider as a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee," Reed said. "I have voted in favor of all your predecessors, including those in the first Trump administration. "Unfortunately, you …
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