Republican senators begin turning on Pete Hegseth: ‘massive insecurity complex’

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRepublican senators have expressed a loss of confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing his handling of the Iran war and a series of high-profile firings within the U.S. military, a number of GOP lawmakers told The Hill.Senator Thom Tillis criticized Hegseth for forcing out distinguished leaders and exhibiting a "massive insecurity complex" and micromanagement, comparing the Pentagon's internal dynamics to "Game of Thrones stuff." Senator Susan Collins also voiced disquiet over the recent dismissal of Gen. Christopher Donahue, the top Army commander for Europe and Africa, calling it "deeply troubling." Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Joni Ernst warned Hegseth that the public is "growing weary" of the unresolved conflict, and Congress is uneasy with the $37.5 billion expense and perceived lack of transparency. Hegseth defended his actions before the Senate Appropriations Committee, stating that characterizing the effort as a failure is "reckless and irresponsible" and smears the sacrifice of troops working to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. In fullGOP loses faith in Hegseth over Iran war and military firings: ‘He’s all over the place’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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