Hegseth denounces 'farce' impeachment in first briefing since May
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday vehemently defended himself against impending impeachment proceedings, conflating accusations against his actions with disrespect for the troops and listing off military successes in his first Pentagon press briefing in over six months.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held his first Pentagon press briefing in over six months on Tuesday, during which he defended himself against impending impeachment proceedings. Hegseth characterized the proceedings as a "farce," linked accusations against his actions to disrespect for the troops, and cited military successes while criticizing former officials and praising President Donald Trump. The briefing lasted fewer than 25 minutes, and Hegseth answered few questions from the gallery.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday vehemently defended himself against impending impeachment proceedings, conflating accusations against his actions with disrespect for the troops and listing off military successes in his first Pentagon press briefing in over six months. H…
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