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Pete Hegseth Mocks Mark Kelly Over Military Uniform

Pete Hegseth Mocks Mark Kelly Over Military Uniform

Summary

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized Senator Mark Kelly over his military uniform following a Pentagon probe into Kelly. Kelly, a former Navy captain, and several Democrats reminded troops they shouldn't follow illegal orders, which President Trump labeled as "seditious." Hegseth pointed out errors in Kelly's uniform in response to the video.

Key Facts

  • Pete Hegseth is the U.S. Defense Secretary.
  • Hegseth criticized Arizona Senator Mark Kelly's military uniform.
  • The Pentagon is investigating Kelly over serious misconduct claims.
  • Mark Kelly posted a video with other Democrats about not following illegal orders.
  • President Trump called the video "seditious" on his social media platform.
  • Kelly shared an image of himself in uniform and spoke about his military service.
  • Hegseth commented on the mistakes in Kelly's uniform display.

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