Pete Hegseth, Trump’s nominee for Defense Secretary, promoted false claims about the 2020 election and the Capitol attack.

Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, promoted baseless conspiracy theories suggesting the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack was a false flag operation by leftists disguised as Trump supporters. He also amplified false claims about the 2020 election being stolen, which fueled the violence. Despite Hegseth's past controversial statements and allegations of sexual assault, Republican senators continue to support his nomination.

December 17, 2024
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