Hegseth says Pentagon will review Mark Kelly’s US weapons stockpile remarks
Summary
Senator Mark Kelly said U.S. weapons supplies were heavily used during the Iran conflict and warned that rebuilding stockpiles could take years, which may weaken U.S. defenses against China. Pete Hegseth accused Kelly of revealing classified information and referred him to Pentagon lawyers, but Kelly said the information came from a public Senate hearing.Key Facts
- Senator Mark Kelly said Tomahawk missiles, tactical missiles, and other weapons were depleted in the Iran conflict.
- Kelly warned restocking these weapons could take years, possibly affecting future military readiness.
- Pete Hegseth accused Kelly of revealing classified Pentagon information on social media.
- Kelly said the details were discussed openly at a Senate armed services committee meeting in April.
- Hegseth has previously censured Kelly and sought to remove his retired military rank over a video about refusing unlawful orders.
- A federal court blocked Pentagon actions against Kelly, citing First Amendment rights.
- President Donald Trump called Kelly and other lawmakers traitors for that video and suggested harsh punishments.
- The Department of Justice investigated the video but decided not to file charges.
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