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Hegseth Faces Mounting Backlash Over Remarks About Canadian Military Officer

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing intense scrutiny and diplomatic friction after sharing a post containing inappropriate comments about a Canadian military officer’s appearance. Critics argue the incident reflects a pattern of behavior that undermines his fitness for office.

3 Sept, 17:16 — 3 Sept, 17:16
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CNNMostly Factual7h ago

Pete Hegseth’s problems are getting harder to ignore - CNN

Pete Hegseth’s problems are getting harder to ignore  CNN

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berlingske3 Sept, 11:58First to report

Donald Trumps forsvarsminister delte billedet her og en kort kommentar – og så fik han i den grad Canada på nakken

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CNN3 Sept, 17:16

Pete Hegseth’s problems are getting harder to ignore - CNN

le-figaro3 Sept, 17:49Latest update

États-Unis : polémique après le commentaire désobligeant de Pete Hegseth sur le physique d’une militaire canadienne

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