The truth about Pete Hegseth's strange campaign against beards | Arwa Mahdawi
Summary
Pete Hegseth, now U.S. Secretary of Defense, has imposed strict rules against beards and long hair in the military, following his own experience of being pressured to shave his vacation beard while a Fox News host. President Donald Trump is also known for paying close attention to the appearance of his staff and associates, including preferences about skin, clothing, and grooming.Key Facts
- Pete Hegseth grew a beard during a 2018 vacation but was pressured by viewers and colleagues to shave it off on live TV.
- As Defense Secretary, Hegseth announced a ban on beards and long hair in the U.S. military, promoting strict grooming standards.
- Hegseth expressed frustration upon seeing sailors with beards, questioning whether his orders were followed.
- President Trump has shown strong opinions about the appearance of people around him, including staff grooming and clothing choices.
- Trump reportedly rejected Nikki Haley as Secretary of State partly because of her skin complexion.
- Trump urges his staff to dress and present themselves in specific ways that align with his preferences.
- The article links this focus on appearance to a broader idea about political control through aesthetics.
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