Senator Duckworth Criticizes Hegseth's Stance on Women in Combat
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Senator Tammy Duckworth criticized Donald Trump's defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, for his stance against women in combat roles, calling him "flat-out wrong" and "inordinately unqualified." Duckworth, a veteran who lost her legs in Iraq, emphasized the importance of women in the military, noting their capability and contribution to effectiveness. Hegseth, a former Fox News host, has faced controversy over past sexual misconduct allegations and his views on military gender equality. Duckworth expressed concerns about his nomination, given the military's ongoing struggles with sexual assault issues.
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- Hegseth’s views on women in combat ‘flat-out wrong’, Senator Duckworth says The Guardian US
- Sen. Duckworth says Trump defense secretary pick is "flat-out wrong" about women in combat roles CBS News
- Duckworth rips into Hegseth: ‘He is unqualified for the position’ POLITICO
- Canada's top military commander calls out US senator for questioning a woman's role in combat The Associated Press
- Senator wounded in helicopter crash rips ‘unqualified’ Pete Hegseth for stance on women in combat The Independent
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