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Hegseth compares media to Jewish biblical group that clashed with Jesus

Hegseth compares media to Jewish biblical group that clashed with Jesus

Summary

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized the media’s negative coverage of the war in Iran. He compared the Pentagon press corps to the Pharisees, a group from the Bible who often opposed Jesus.

Key Facts

  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made comments on Thursday about media coverage.
  • He described media reports on the Iran war as an “endless stream of garbage.”
  • Hegseth compared the Pentagon press corps to the Pharisees, a Jewish group in the Bible.
  • The Pharisees are known for clashing with Jesus in biblical stories.
  • The criticism reflects ongoing tensions between the Defense Department and the media.
  • Hegseth’s remarks focused on what he sees as relentlessly negative news coverage.

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