
The Brian Lehrer Show Special Coverage: Pete Hegseth's Confirmation Hearing Continues
Jan 14, 2025
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary nominee, joins Karen Greenberg, director of the Center on National Security at Fordham Law. They dive into heated discussions from the confirmation hearings, exploring topics like the vital role of women in combat and the necessity of merit-based standards. Greenberg critiques the implications of military support for Israel while confronting the legacy of U.S. actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. They also tackle essential themes like sexual assault prevention and the need for stringent financial oversight in veterans' affairs.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Women in Combat: Upholding Standards
02:01 • 6min
Support for Israel and Military Accountability Discussed in Confirmation Hearing
08:17 • 2min
Gender Equity and Military Roles
09:55 • 19min
Financial Oversight in Veterans' Affairs
28:53 • 10min
Navigating Military Ethics and Accountability
38:47 • 9min
Confirmation Hearing Highlights: Military Standards and Sexual Assault Prevention
47:26 • 3min


