Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: A list of controversies that define his tenure

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On Wednesday, Republican Senator Thom Tillis urged President Donald Trump to replace Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, citing inept management and a leadership void within the Pentagon. Hegseth's tenure has been marked by significant personnel turnover, including the firings of top military leaders and the resignation of Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, amid concerns over his leadership style and focus on cultural battles.

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The defence secretary faces renewed scrutiny after a Republican senator called for his removal from the US cabinet.

Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: A list of controversies that define his tenure

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