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Hegseth names investor who made anti-Islam remarks about Mamdani to Pentagon tech board

Hegseth names investor who made anti-Islam remarks about Mamdani to Pentagon tech board

Summary

The U.S. Department of Defense has added Shaun Maguire, a Silicon Valley investor, to its new Science, Technology and Innovation Board. Maguire has faced accusations of making negative remarks about Islam linked to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appointed Maguire along with 32 other members.

Key Facts

  • Shaun Maguire is a partner at Sequoia Capital, a major investment firm.
  • He was appointed to the Pentagon’s Science, Technology and Innovation Board.
  • The board is newly created by the Defense Department.
  • Maguire has been accused of making Islamophobic comments.
  • The remarks targeted Zohran Mamdani, mayor of New York City.
  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the appointments.
  • There are 33 members total on the new board, including Maguire.
  • The board’s role is to advise on science, technology, and innovation for the Pentagon.
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