Pete Hegseth reportedly hired MAGA influencers as ‘highly qualified experts’

Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleTrump weighs in on Pete Hegseth 2028 run reportsHigh-profile conservative influencers with large social media followings have reportedly been working as undisclosed government employees for the Pentagon. Retired colonels Rob Maness and Kurt Schlichter hold Defense Department civilian email addresses while publicly promoting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Trump administration policies, according to the Washington Post.Other influencers, such as Jennica Pounds and Thomas Anderson, recently disclosed holding temporary special government employee status with the Department of Defense. It’s unclear if Maness, Schlichter, and other influencers like them are being paid with taxpayer dollars or what work they are doing for the government.The revelations have sparked criticism and raised concerns about transparency regarding social media accounts promoting administration talking points. In fullHegseth hired conservative influencers who amplify his ‘warrior ethos’ mantra, according to reportMore 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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