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Hegseth Secures Reversal of Apache Flyover Punishments
politics12 hours ago

Hegseth Secures Reversal of Apache Flyover Punishments

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly urged reversing the suspensions of eight South Carolina National Guard Apache pilots who flew a low-altitude Fourth of July coast flyover; the suspensions were lifted within hours as the review concluded, following an earlier intervention over pilots near Kid Rock's Nashville home. The Guard described the action as a routine admin review, while lawmakers and the governor had criticized the suspension before it was overturned.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#apache-helicopters#hegseth#kid-rock
Protest Interrupts Hegseth’s DC Guard Ceremony at Meridian Hill Park
politics8 days ago

Protest Interrupts Hegseth’s DC Guard Ceremony at Meridian Hill Park

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s National Guard recognition ceremony at Meridian Hill Park in Washington, DC was interrupted by protesters shouting about immigration, whom he called ingrateful; he framed the event as non-ideological and focused on law and order while officers honored wounded guardsmen, with officials touting crime-reduction claims tied to Guard presence.

via NBC4 Washington|
#hegseth#meridian-hill-park#national-guard
Trump's Iran-war budget slammed as pork-barrel waste
washington-politics15 days ago

Trump's Iran-war budget slammed as pork-barrel waste

The White House has asked Congress for an $87.6 billion supplemental—about $67 billion for the DoD—to fund a costly Iran war, but critics say the plan lacks cost transparency, doubles the Pentagon's earlier $29 billion estimate, and is loaded with pork like funding for Florida farmers, elevator repairs, memorial restorations, and Penn Station repairs, prompting opposition from lawmakers who argue funds should go through regular appropriations rather than a wartime package.

via Responsible Statecraft|
#hegseth#iran#iran-war
Bravery or Fire? Donahue’s Ouster Ties to Kabul Evacuation
politics16 days ago

Bravery or Fire? Donahue’s Ouster Ties to Kabul Evacuation

Rolling Stone reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted Gen. Chris Donahue, the four-star commander of U.S. Army Europe, in what critics call a purge of combat-tested leadership. The piece argues the firing stems from Donahue’s role directing the Kabul evacuation in 2021–22, including tense negotiations with the Taliban and coordinating refugee flights and aid—stories interwoven with Fazel Roufi’s family’s escape and Donahue’s last-flight departure. The article also notes ongoing investigations into the Afghanistan withdrawal and frames Donahue’s actions as a brave, duty-driven effort amid a controversial mission.

via Rolling Stone|
#afghanistan#donahue#evacuation
politics1 month ago

House demands quick explanations for top military firings

The House Armed Services Committee advanced a bipartisan NDAA provision requiring Pentagon officials to brief Congress within five days on why senior uniformed leaders were dismissed or relieved, a move seen as a rebuke of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid a string of high-profile firings including Army Chief Gen. Randy George. While the measure clarifies the rationale behind removals, its path to law remains uncertain as both chambers must pass the bill before it can be signed by the president. The live feed also covers other Capitol Hill developments, including Van Hollen’s critique of outside spending in Maryland, DOJ inquiries tied to Epstein, and a Senate vote-a-rama on immigration policy, with Trump targeting Republicans who opposed him.

via Politico|
#congress#hegseth#military-firings
US pledges path to bolster Ukraine's air defenses after Zelensky plea
world1 month ago

US pledges path to bolster Ukraine's air defenses after Zelensky plea

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Washington will 'find a way' to help Ukraine defend itself after Zelensky urged the White House for more air-defense systems, praising Europe’s defense spending; the appeal highlighted Ukraine's shortage of Patriot missiles (PAC-3) and other air-defense capabilities, though specific aid details were not disclosed.

via The Kyiv Independent|
#air-defense#hegseth#patriot-missiles
West Point Graduation Speech Casts War Readiness Amid Iran Tensions
politics1 month ago

West Point Graduation Speech Casts War Readiness Amid Iran Tensions

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told West Point graduates they are ready for war, signaling U.S. military preparedness as tensions with Iran escalate, while also denouncing diversity-within-the-military initiatives; the remarks come as the Trump administration reportedly weighs options on Iran, with allied and Gulf leaders briefing and discussing potential military actions.

via MS NOW|
#diversity#hegseth#iran
Tillis rails against Hegseth over impulsive defense shakeups
politics1 month ago

Tillis rails against Hegseth over impulsive defense shakeups

Sen. Thom Tillis blasted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over what he called impulsive decisions to reshape senior Army leadership in Europe and Africa, including a reported move to downgrade Army Europe-Africa and replace Gen. Christopher Donahue, per NOTUS reporting that the Pentagon has not confirmed. Tillis accused Hegseth of disrespecting allies and top military professionals, amid broader European force realignments, while noting his past critiques of Hegseth and related defense issues.

via MS NOW|
#army-europe-africa#hegseth#notus
Hegseth presses for second Pentagon review of Kelly over stockpile remarks
politics2 months ago

Hegseth presses for second Pentagon review of Kelly over stockpile remarks

Sen. Mark Kelly faces a renewed Pentagon review after Pete Hegseth urged officials to investigate him again for remarks about U.S. weapon stockpiles on CBS’ Face the Nation. Hegseth called Kelly’s comments about a classified briefing “blabbing on TV,” while Kelly warned that munitions shortages could make the U.S. less safe. The Pentagon declined to comment beyond pointing to Hegseth’s post. The move follows earlier efforts to sanction Kelly over a 2023 video and a federal appeals court hinting it might reject those efforts. CNN has reported significant stockpile reductions in missiles and air-defense systems amid the Iran war.

via CNN|
#hegseth#investigation#mark-kelly
DC Circuit panel leans toward dismissing bid to sanction Mark Kelly over anti-illegal-orders video
politics2 months ago

DC Circuit panel leans toward dismissing bid to sanction Mark Kelly over anti-illegal-orders video

A three-judge DC Circuit Court of Appeals panel appeared ready to reject Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s bid to punish Sen. Mark Kelly for urging service members to refuse unlawful orders, with judges highlighting the principle that veterans should be free to speak out and casting doubt on the administration’s retaliatory-punishment theory as prosecutors previously pursued but were rebuffed in indictments over the video.

via CNN|
#dc-circuit-court#hegseth#illegal-orders