Trump Chooses Pete Hegseth, Fox News Commentator, as His Secretary of Defense

Pete Hegseth, a former officer in the Army National Guard and a contributor for Fox News, has been nominated for the position of Secretary of Defence by President-elect Donald Trump, who previously announced his nomination. The tremendous devotion that Hegseth has shown to the military was praised by Trump, who emphasised that with Hegseth in control, the United States military will regain its strength and significance on the international scene.

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Over the course of eight years, Hegseth, who is 44 years old, has been a host on Fox News. During that time, he has advocated for the rights of veterans and pushed for increased private health care options through organisations such as Concerned Veterans for America and Vets for Freedom. Although he served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Guantanamo Bay, where he was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge and two Bronze Stars, his military history covers duty in all three of those locations. Despite his retirement, he continues to serve in the Individual Ready Reserve of the Minnesota Army National Guard.

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It is widely believed that Hegseth's nomination is a step towards reshaping the Pentagon with a commander who is focused on "peace through strength," despite the fact that his selection for the job was unexpected. The selection made by Trump stands in contrast to the selections made by recent Defence Secretaries, such as Lloyd Austin and James Mattis, who had lengthy military careers before to reaching office.

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Hegseth is also the author of "The War on Warriors," in which he criticises the current situation of the military and pushes for a return to meritocracy and excellence in the military. The President of the United States lauded him as a "warrior for the troops," noting his dedication to protecting and improving the United States military.

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