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Pentagon Infighting Under Hegseth
- There is significant chaos and infighting in the Pentagon under Pete Hegseth's leadership.
- Firings of his senior staff indicate deeper conflicts over U.S. foreign policy towards Israel and Iran.
Foreign Influence Shapes Pentagon
- The Defense Department's firings appear tied to clashes between pro-Israel neoconservatives and America First advocates.
- Officials opposing war with Iran on Israel's behalf are being pushed out, showing foreign influence on U.S. policy.
Dual Loyalties in NSC Roles
- Hiring a former Israeli Ministry of Defense employee in the U.S. National Security Council raises conflict-of-interest concerns.
- Such appointments fuel debates about dual loyalties in critical national security roles.