Hegseth emphasized, 'It's time to give someone with dust on his boots the helm,' advocating for a leader unattached to specific military contractors or narratives.
He stated, 'My only special interest is the war fighter, deterring wars, and if called upon, winning wars by ensuring our warriors never enter a fair fight.'
During hearings, Hegseth highlighted the focus on warfighting and reforming acquisition processes, aligning with previous administrations but lacking detailed policy proposals.
He invoked his military background multiple times, stressing that his experiences as an Army National Guard officer are his primary qualifications for the Defense Secretary role.
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