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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth is a disaster of a defense secretary. It's no surprise | Margaret Sullivan

Pete Hegseth's tenure as defense secretary has been marked by loyalty to Trump and controversial support for military actions, raising concerns about his fitness for the role.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Hegseth's Broker Sought To Invest in Defense Contractors

Pete Hegseth's broker sought a multimillion-dollar investment in a defense ETF before the Iran war, but the investment did not proceed.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Is anyone as ill-suited for great office as Donald Trump? Yes, Pete Hegseth that's why Potus likes him | Emma Brockes

Pete Hegseth, US Secretary of Defense, demonstrates unprofessional conduct through petulant outbursts, aggressive media confrontations, and inflammatory rhetoric about Iran while lacking qualifications for the position.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth is a disaster of a defense secretary. It's no surprise | Margaret Sullivan

Pete Hegseth's tenure as defense secretary has been marked by loyalty to Trump and controversial support for military actions, raising concerns about his fitness for the role.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Hegseth's Broker Sought To Invest in Defense Contractors

Pete Hegseth's broker sought a multimillion-dollar investment in a defense ETF before the Iran war, but the investment did not proceed.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Is anyone as ill-suited for great office as Donald Trump? Yes, Pete Hegseth that's why Potus likes him | Emma Brockes

Pete Hegseth, US Secretary of Defense, demonstrates unprofessional conduct through petulant outbursts, aggressive media confrontations, and inflammatory rhetoric about Iran while lacking qualifications for the position.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Pete Hegseth's holy war: the militant Christian theology animating the US attack on Iran

US defense secretary Pete Hegseth's rhetoric combines religious justification with military aggression amidst the aftermath of a devastating school bombing in Iran.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Pete Hegseth Is Trying to Resegregate the Military

Service in wartime has historically helped marginalized groups secure rights, but current Pentagon actions suggest a reversal of this trend.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
37 minutes ago

Trump's new budget ignores dying Americans and gives away record sums to the US military

Americans face high avoidable deaths due to inadequate healthcare access and rising costs, with significant budget cuts proposed for health services.
World news
fromFortune
10 hours ago

Trump downplays talks for ceasefire deal with Iran, claiming military victory. 'It doesn't matter. From the standpoint of America, we win' | Fortune

The U.S. and Iran began direct negotiations in Pakistan amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing regional tensions.
#pentagon
Media industry
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Defense Department Lawyering Almost As Good As Hegseth's Pullups - Above the Law

The Pentagon's press policy has been repeatedly voided by the courts, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Defense Department and media access.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Federal Judge Rejects Pentagon's New Press Policy Trashes Pete Hegseth

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon's press policy, criticizing attempts to circumvent previous court rulings on media restrictions.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth's Holy War Is an Unholy Nightmare

A Pentagon prayer by Secretary Hegseth invoked violent imagery and religious justification for war, offending many across different beliefs.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Hegseth prays at Pentagon service for overwhelming violence' against enemies

Pete Hegseth called for violent action against enemies during a Pentagon prayer service, emphasizing a shift in the military chaplain corps towards evangelical influence.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago
US Elections

Maggie Haberman Drops Pile Of Reasons to Worry Trump Could Use Military to Seize Control': These Are Understandable Concerns'

fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
Left-wing politics

Navy SEAL Who Killed Osama Bin Laden Says Trump Needs to Stop Making Inappropriate' Truth Social Posts: Take a Deep Breath'

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Top Trump Spox Declares Only the President Knows What He Will Do'

President Trump set a deadline for Iran to make a deal, with significant threats complicating negotiations.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Maggie Haberman Drops Pile Of Reasons to Worry Trump Could Use Military to Seize Control': These Are Understandable Concerns'

Concerns about Trump potentially using military force to influence elections are growing among political analysts and commentators.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Budget Proposal Shreds Health and Food Programs to Feed the War Machine

Trump suggests offloading Medicaid, Medicare, and child care costs to states amid war, risking health care access for millions.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Navy SEAL Who Killed Osama Bin Laden Says Trump Needs to Stop Making Inappropriate' Truth Social Posts: Take a Deep Breath'

Robert O'Neill advises Trump to reconsider his social media posts regarding threats to Iran, emphasizing the importance of presidential decorum and Geneva Convention rules.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

What Trump Wants in His Next Attorney General

The next attorney general for Trump must show unwavering loyalty, but this requirement leads to inevitable failure.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Top Trump Spox Declares Only the President Knows What He Will Do'

President Trump set a deadline for Iran to make a deal, with significant threats complicating negotiations.
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

Defense executives worry Trump's military splurge could backfire | Fortune

Concerns arise among defense executives about the sustainability and strategic priorities of Trump's proposed military spending increase.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

There's growing disquiet in the military. The Iran war made it worse

Military members are increasingly seeking discharge options, particularly conscientious objector status, amid rising concerns related to the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
#military
Women in technology
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Could Have Been a Woman!' MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell Fumes Over Pete Hegseth Saying We Leave No Man Behind'

Lawrence O'Donnell criticized Pete Hegseth's outdated phrase 'leave no man behind' for being sexist and not inclusive of female soldiers.
Women in technology
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Could Have Been a Woman!' MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell Fumes Over Pete Hegseth Saying We Leave No Man Behind'

Lawrence O'Donnell criticized Pete Hegseth's outdated phrase 'leave no man behind' for being sexist and not inclusive of female soldiers.
#iran
fromAxios
2 days ago
SF politics

House Republicans quash Democrats' long-shot attempt to hamstring Trump on Iran

fromJezebel
3 days ago
World news

Hours Into Iran War Ceasefire, Hegseth Still Threatening Commando Raid to Seize Uranium

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
World news

JD Vance Weirdly Invokes His Marriage When Talking About Nuclear Enrichment

Negotiations with Iran focus on preventing nuclear weapon development and limiting uranium enrichment, despite claims of rights to enrichment by Iranian officials.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Right-wing politics

Pete Hegseth Insists Trump's Iran Threat Was Not a Bluff

President Trump threatened to wipe out Iran, leading to a two-week extension for negotiations, with military options ready against Iranian infrastructure.
SF politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

House Republicans quash Democrats' long-shot attempt to hamstring Trump on Iran

Democrats plan to force a vote on the Iran war powers resolution when the House returns to session.
World news
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Hours Into Iran War Ceasefire, Hegseth Still Threatening Commando Raid to Seize Uranium

Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz remains unclear amid conflicting statements from U.S. officials.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

For Trump and Hegseth, the Iran war is a game | Judith Levine

Threatening genocide led to a ceasefire with Iran after significant destruction and loss of life, suggesting that such threats can be effective.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

JD Vance Weirdly Invokes His Marriage When Talking About Nuclear Enrichment

Negotiations with Iran focus on preventing nuclear weapon development and limiting uranium enrichment, despite claims of rights to enrichment by Iranian officials.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Pete Hegseth Insists Trump's Iran Threat Was Not a Bluff

President Trump threatened to wipe out Iran, leading to a two-week extension for negotiations, with military options ready against Iranian infrastructure.
#trump-administration
Washington DC
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The United States Is Self-Destructing Amid Empire Collapse

The Trump administration's budget prioritizes military spending while proposing cuts to nonmilitary programs, reflecting a focus on defense over domestic welfare.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Is Scapegoating Career Soldiers for His Own Failures

Trump's cabinet purge reflects his frustration with implementing his agenda and a significant shakeup in military leadership amid ongoing conflict.
Washington DC
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The United States Is Self-Destructing Amid Empire Collapse

The Trump administration's budget prioritizes military spending while proposing cuts to nonmilitary programs, reflecting a focus on defense over domestic welfare.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Is Scapegoating Career Soldiers for His Own Failures

Trump's cabinet purge reflects his frustration with implementing his agenda and a significant shakeup in military leadership amid ongoing conflict.
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 days ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Weird Obsession With Death': Current and Former Defense Officials Sound the Alarm on Hegseth

Retired Army Special Forces officer Mike Nelson criticized Hegseth's rhetoric, stating, 'That's a necessary end to achieve goals through military force - you have to kill people to achieve them. That's not the end. It's a weird obsession with death for the sake of it.'
Right-wing politics
World politics
fromEsquire
3 days ago

Contrary to What Pete Hegseth Says, This Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran Isn't a "Historic and Overwhelming Victory"

The U.S. and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, but key disputes remain unresolved, impacting future peace negotiations in the Middle East.
#army-leadership
fromAxios
1 week ago
Media industry

Hegseth's wartime firing of top generals stuns officials: "It's insane"

fromAxios
1 week ago
Media industry

Hegseth's wartime firing of top generals stuns officials: "It's insane"

#defense
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Ex-Army General Slams Hegseth for Pitching Iran War as a Christian Crusade Against Islam'

General McCaffrey criticizes Defense Secretary Hegseth for misleading Trump and promoting a dangerous narrative about the war against Iran.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth to Testify Before Congress for First Time Since Iran Conflict Began

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify publicly on military strategy regarding Iran amid concerns over administration transparency.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Ex-Army General Slams Hegseth for Pitching Iran War as a Christian Crusade Against Islam'

General McCaffrey criticizes Defense Secretary Hegseth for misleading Trump and promoting a dangerous narrative about the war against Iran.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth to Testify Before Congress for First Time Since Iran Conflict Began

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify publicly on military strategy regarding Iran amid concerns over administration transparency.
#donald-trump
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

CBS Inviting Anti-Press Pete Hegseth to WHCD Is Deeply Embarrassing

Inviting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to the White House Correspondents' Dinner raises significant ethical concerns about press access and relationships with power.
Higher education
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Lecture I Couldn't Give

The Air War College canceled a guest lecture due to a revised academic schedule, raising concerns about ideological exclusions in military education.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth allows troops to carry personal firearms on military bases

Hegseth stated that current policies have essentially turned US military installations into gun-free zones, leaving those who live and work on the installations vulnerable. He emphasized that the war department's uniformed service members are trained at the highest standards and are entitled to exercise their God-given right to keep and bear arms.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

House Democrat announces impeachment push against Pete Hegseth over Iran war

Hegseth's reckless endangerment of U.S. servicemembers and repeated war crimes ... are grounds for impeachment and removal from office.
US politics
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Fox News Analyst Dismayed By Hegseth Firing Army Chief: A Generational' Leader

General Randy George's dismissal as Army Chief of Staff is criticized for undermining Army transformation and leadership in modern warfare.
#randy-george
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Hegseth fires US Army chief of staff in reported string of dismissals

General Randy A. George has been dismissed by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid ongoing conflicts, marking a significant leadership change in the US Army.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Hegseth fires US Army chief of staff in reported string of dismissals

General Randy A. George has been dismissed by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid ongoing conflicts, marking a significant leadership change in the US Army.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Gives Lindsey Graham His Full-Throated Endorsement While Swiping At Iran War Critic

Donald Trump supports Lindsey Graham against Mark Lynch in South Carolina's Republican primary, labeling Lynch a disaster for the party.
#iran-war
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth's Warped Vision of the Iran War

Trump's address on the Iran war emphasized military success while hinting at a potential withdrawal, despite ongoing challenges in the region.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

May Be What Gets These Pilots Tortured or Killed': Retired Gen. Rips Hegseth's War Rhetoric as Reckless and Outrageous'

Reckless rhetoric regarding U.S. pilots in Iran may lead to their torture or death, as per international law.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth's Warped Vision of the Iran War

Trump's address on the Iran war emphasized military success while hinting at a potential withdrawal, despite ongoing challenges in the region.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

May Be What Gets These Pilots Tortured or Killed': Retired Gen. Rips Hegseth's War Rhetoric as Reckless and Outrageous'

Reckless rhetoric regarding U.S. pilots in Iran may lead to their torture or death, as per international law.
#military-promotions
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Backlash grows after Pete Hegseth alters military general promotions list

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's removal of four officers from a promotion list raises concerns about politicization and bias in military promotions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth Sparks Racism Concerns With Military Promotions

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth removed two Black and two female officers from a promotions list, raising concerns of bias and legality.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Backlash grows after Pete Hegseth alters military general promotions list

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's removal of four officers from a promotion list raises concerns about politicization and bias in military promotions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth Sparks Racism Concerns With Military Promotions

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth removed two Black and two female officers from a promotions list, raising concerns of bias and legality.
#military-leadership
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fired General Randy George and other senior officers amid ongoing military conflict, reflecting a purge influenced by personal grievances.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Major military leadership changes are occurring amid ongoing hostilities against Iran, with significant implications for Army operations and stability.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fired General Randy George and other senior officers amid ongoing military conflict, reflecting a purge influenced by personal grievances.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Major military leadership changes are occurring amid ongoing hostilities against Iran, with significant implications for Army operations and stability.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Hegseth reportedly cuts two Black men and two women from military promotion list

Pete Hegseth is blocking the promotion of four diverse officers, raising concerns about meritocracy and politicization in military promotions.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Joe Scarborough Warns Pete Hegseth's Third-Grade Chest Thumping' Is Humiliating' Trump

Joe Scarborough criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for misrepresenting the situation with Iran and humiliating President Trump.
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth's broker attempted to make defense investments before Iran war: Financial Times

The Pentagon has dismissed the report, stating that neither Hegseth nor any of his representatives approached BlackRock about any such investment. Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell called the report 'entirely false and fabricated,' demanding a retraction from the Financial Times.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Top Trump Spox Asked About Massive Military Complex' Under New White House Ballroom

A massive military complex is being built under the new White House ballroom, with upgrades to facilities ongoing.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

The Pentagon Blocked Its Own Publication From Attending Pete Hegseth's Press Conference, Reporter Says

The Pentagon blackballed its own newspaper from covering its own press conference? Reminder, Stars & Stripes employees are US Army civilians. Their editorial independence is protected by Congress specifically to prevent political leaders from feeding troops propaganda.
Media industry
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth Calls For No Quarter' For US Enemies In Apparent Violation of International Law

Defense Secretary Hegseth's statement that the U.S. will give 'no quarter' to Iranian enemies violates international humanitarian law, which prohibits refusing to spare lives of surrendering combatants or those unable to defend themselves.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Halted US Efforts to Limit Civilian Deaths Ahead of Iran War

Iran has accused the U.S. and Israel of killing more than 1,300 civilians and striking over 10,000 civilian sites during the first 12 days of the war. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described Tuesday as the "most intense day" of U.S. attacks on Iran to date.
World politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Reveals Pete Hegseth Was Disappointed by Iran Talks After SecDef Declares We Negotiate With Bombs!'

The U.S. Defense Department is negotiating with Iran while emphasizing military strength and deterrence against nuclear capabilities.
#us-iran-military-conflict
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

No timeframe for ending US war against Iran, says Pete Hegseth

The US military has launched over 7,000 strikes against Iran with no defined end date, with the largest strike package occurring as the conflict expands to include naval operations in the Gulf.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Might as Well Yell 'I Want to Do War Crimes' Outside The Hague

U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran have resulted in 1,255 deaths, mostly civilians, with Defense Secretary Hegseth warning of escalation and making inflammatory statements about Iranian casualties.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Vows No Democracy-Building Quagmire' in Iran and Insists America First' Outcome: This is Not Iraq!'

The U.S. military campaign against Iran prioritizes decisive military action without nation-building objectives, with outcomes determined by President Trump's conditions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

No timeframe for ending US war against Iran, says Pete Hegseth

The US military has launched over 7,000 strikes against Iran with no defined end date, with the largest strike package occurring as the conflict expands to include naval operations in the Gulf.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Might as Well Yell 'I Want to Do War Crimes' Outside The Hague

U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran have resulted in 1,255 deaths, mostly civilians, with Defense Secretary Hegseth warning of escalation and making inflammatory statements about Iranian casualties.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Vows No Democracy-Building Quagmire' in Iran and Insists America First' Outcome: This is Not Iraq!'

The U.S. military campaign against Iran prioritizes decisive military action without nation-building objectives, with outcomes determined by President Trump's conditions.
#christian-nationalism
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

How Many Horrifying Christian Nationalist Pastors Can Pete Hegseth Have?!

Secretary of War Defense Pete Hegseth's pastor, Brooks Potteiger, expressed a desire for Texas state rep James Talarico to be 'crucified with Christ.'
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth's Holy War

Christian nationalism has moved from cultural fringe to center of American military power through Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, fundamentally challenging democratic principles and pluralism.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

How Many Horrifying Christian Nationalist Pastors Can Pete Hegseth Have?!

Secretary of War Defense Pete Hegseth's pastor, Brooks Potteiger, expressed a desire for Texas state rep James Talarico to be 'crucified with Christ.'
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth's Holy War

Christian nationalism has moved from cultural fringe to center of American military power through Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, fundamentally challenging democratic principles and pluralism.
US politics
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Insiders claim "Unflattering" photos of Pete 'Petty' Hegseth prompt Pentagon to take action - Queerty

The Pentagon barred press photographers from Iran briefings after deeming photos of Secretary Hegseth 'unflattering,' restricting media access to only official department photographers.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth has been loyal defense secretary for Trump

In military terms, this means that even those who have surrendered will be killed, explains Jacqueline Hellman, an expert in international law at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid. The statement "alludes to a practice that is expressly prohibited," she told DW, adding that, as mere rhetoric, this is not punishable. But, she explained, such a statement could be classified as a war crime if it is formulated as an order and results in corresponding actions by the armed forces.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Is Pushing Defense Employees to Volunteer With DHS

In a February 19 memo sent to civilians across the DoD, secretary of defense Pete Hegseth wrote that he expects "every supervisor to encourage their civilian employees to volunteer. Leadership must continue to promote this detail program and educate their civilian employees on its importance."
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

"Impeach him just for this": People are horrified by Pete Hegseth's latest press briefing on Iran - LGBTQ Nation

May almighty God continue to bless our troops in this fight. And again, to the American people, please pray for them every day on bended knee with your family, in your schools, in your churches, in the name of Jesus Christ. To the troops, keep going and Godspeed.
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#pentagon-leadership
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A very dangerous person': alarm as Pete Hegseth revels in carnage of Iran war

Pete Hegseth, Trump's Secretary of Defense, has transformed the Pentagon into a staging ground for ideological warfare, combining Christian nationalism with aggressive military posturing and controversial rhetoric about Iran operations.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A very dangerous person': alarm as Pete Hegseth revels in carnage of Iran war

Pete Hegseth, Trump's Secretary of Defense, has transformed the Pentagon into a staging ground for ideological warfare, combining Christian nationalism with aggressive military posturing and controversial rhetoric about Iran operations.
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Everyone is Distancing Themselves from Grok. Pete Hegseth Just Let It Into the Military.

Speaking from the SpaceX headquarters in South Texas on Monday, Secretary of Defense, sorry, War (and gargantuan stain on our patriotic conscience) Pete Hegseth announced Grok will join Google's Gemini to be a part of the Pentagon's new internal AI platform (GenAI.mil) later this month. "Very soon we will have the world's leading AI models on every unclassified and classified network throughout our department," he said. (Here's a fine example of this "leading model" in action.) "AI is only as good as the data that it receives, and we're going to make sure that it's there."
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Pete Hegseth Fired This Former Navy Chief Without Reason. Now She's Running for Congress.

Many people consider service a sacrifice; I consider it a privilege.
US politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Pete Hegseth Is Being Even Dumber Than Usual

Cutting military ties to Harvard embodies anti-intellectualism and undermines historical academic partnerships essential to a modern, high‑tech military.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Hegseth's Firing Campaign Reaches Down Into the Ranks

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth intervened to remove Colonel Dave Butler, exerting direct influence over mid-level Army personnel and officer career outcomes.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pentagon to cut ties with Harvard over wokesters ', ending training, programs and fellowships

The Pentagon is ending all military training, fellowships and certificate programs with Harvard, citing institutional bias, viewpoint diversity concerns, and a 'woke' culture that undercuts its mission.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Hell Cats vs. Hegseth

Female Democratic military veterans, the Hell Cats, are running competitive purple-district campaigns to flip House seats, following prior successes by similar veteran candidates.
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