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Pete Hegseth's Nomination as Secretary of Defense Sparks Controversy Over Tattoos Linked to Extremism

Concerns arise about Pete Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense due to tattoos suggesting white supremacist links and his past statements on military extremism.

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Updated: Nov 16th, 2024, 3:13 PM ET

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Pete Hegseth, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Defense, faces scrutiny over tattoos associated with white supremacy and his dismissive stance on military extremism. A fellow National Guard member flagged Hegseth for an ‘Insider Threat’ due to his 'Deus Vult' tattoo. Hegseth has minimized military involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and criticized Pentagon efforts to combat extremism. His nomination raises questions about oversight of the military and its approach to extremism, alongside past controversies regarding his support for alleged war criminals and his criticisms of Pentagon policies on diversity.

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