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Peters calls Hegseth a ‘failure’ at hearing

Peters calls Hegseth a ‘failure’ at hearing

Summary

Senator Gary Peters criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a congressional hearing. Peters said Hegseth failed to win the war in Iran but is now asking Congress for nearly $70 billion more in funding.

Key Facts

  • Senator Gary Peters is a Democrat from Michigan.
  • Peters spoke during an appropriations hearing on Tuesday.
  • He called Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth a "failure."
  • Peters said Hegseth lacked the leadership needed to win the Iran war.
  • Hegseth is requesting almost $70 billion in additional funding from Congress.
  • The hearing involves budget decisions for defense spending related to the Iran conflict.
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