Pete Hegseth Criticized By Politico For Not Being Owned by Military Industrial Complex

Politico was one of the many media outlets to put Pete Hegseth’s appointment to Secretary of Defense on blast – as if any candidate would’ve been acceptable to them.

Like most left-wing outlets, Politico focused on Hegseth’s most recent role as a presenter on Fox & Friends Weekend, rather than his extensive military experience and education. He has served for 21 years, earning honors such as two Bronze Stars, two Army Commendation Medals, a National Defense Service Medal, and a Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

In order to emphasize the view that Hegseth is not a suitable appointment, Politico interviewed two analysts, one of whom was granted anonymity. Hilariously, in their criticism of Hegseth, they gave him the best possible endorsement they could have in pointing out that he’s not owned by military contractors.

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A section of the article read as follows:

One assessment was more blunt. “Who the fuck is this guy?” said a defense industry lobbyist who was granted anonymity to offer candid views. The lobbyist said they had hoped for “someone who actually has an extensive background in defense. That would be a good start.”

You read that right – they’re complaining that Hegseth isn’t a pawn of Raytheon and Halliburton!

It’s hard not to read things that this and feel like you’re going crazy – but you’re not, it’s those at Politico that have lost it.

‘Who the f–k is this guy?’: Defense world reacts to Trump’s surprise Pentagon pick https://t.co/QVzoC8mZVQ

— POLITICO (@politico) November 13, 2024

A defense industry lobbyist is someone whose job is to actively promote the interests of the defense industry. Given their overwhelming incentives to advocate for war, they’re unlikely to be over-the-moon with Trump’s ambitions to end the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and promises for no more wars. Trump was the only modern president to not oversee any new wars during his tenure, and we didn’t lost a single soldier in Afghanistan his last (but not really last) 18-months in office.

Many on social media were delighted by the defense lobbyist’s disappointment.

Oh no…Raytheon and Lockheed are upset.
Won’t you think of the defense contractors?

— m/-=3Đ∇サ=-m/ (@CargoShortLife) November 13, 2024

When a “defense industry lobbyist” is unhappy, that’s a win for all of us. pic.twitter.com/VllN7yPwAS

— Robert Perhaps (@thebobbybee) November 13, 2024

If the defense contractors are mad, I’m happy.https://t.co/Ke9V7HvZhs

— Ada Nestor (@AdaNestorWC) November 13, 2024

Others noted Hegseth’s combat record.

Pete Hegseth is a decorated combat veteran who is about to completely overhaul the military and restore it to its former glory.

— The Right Answer (@theright_answer) November 13, 2024

He’s a combat veteran who won multiple service metals and he attended Princeton and Harvard.

He’s an American Patriot who champions veterans.

Any more questions, please let me know.
Any more questions?

— Mila Joy (@MilaLovesJoe) November 13, 2024

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