Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized his affinity for enlisted service members, stating he feels a stronger connection with them than with senior military leaders. He shared photos of himself working out with troops in Germany, highlighting the importance of physical strength and a mission-first mindset.
reiterated Tuesday that he is more aligned with the rank-and-file service members than the leaders he’s now tasked to work with after working out with troops in Germany on Tuesday.
Since being nominated for defense secretary, the former Fox News personality has repeatedly described himself as a war-fighter like the rank-and-file military service members as opposed to senior military leaders whom he has frequently derided.
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