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Former CIA Director and Defense Secretary Leon Panetta alleges the Trump administration is deliberately withholding information about Iran-war casualties, calling the secrecy shameful as the Pentagon releases only partial casualty figures amid calls from lawmakers for greater transparency.
Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta criticized comments by Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary nominee, who opposed women serving in combat roles. Panetta, who lifted the ban on women in combat in 2013, argued that women meet the same standards as men and contribute to the military's effectiveness. Critics of Hegseth's stance, including former servicemembers, emphasize that women have successfully served in combat roles for years without lowering standards.
Former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta discusses the fallout from Lloyd Austin's secret hospitalization, emphasizing the importance of transparency and communication within the Cabinet and with the White House. He highlights the need for formal policies regarding delegation of power and communication, and stresses the significance of keeping the White House informed to avoid being blindsided. Panetta suggests that while Austin took responsibility for the situation, the incident may have strained the relationship between the Defense secretary and the White House, leading to potential doubts about receiving full truth in the future.