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Trump’s National Security Appointees, With Christopher M. Tuttle (Transition 2025, Episode 3)

The President’s Inbox

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Challenges in Defense Appointments

This chapter explores the potential selection of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, scrutinizing his qualifications and critiques of current military management. It examines the implications of Trump's National Security appointments, particularly concerning U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and the delicate relationship with Israel. The conversation also highlights the complexities of special envoy roles and the potential disruption they bring to traditional diplomatic processes.

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