The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Hegseth's Crimes and Noem's Defiance of the Courts Undermine America

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Dec 1, 2025
Allegations against Pete Hegseth reveal disturbing claims of unlawful killings at sea, raising serious questions about accountability. Meanwhile, Kristi Noem boldly defies court orders, dismissing judicial authority with questionable rhetoric. The discussion touches on the government's troubling use of doublespeak and how cultural battles are framed in the media. With chaos on the rise, there's a strong call for citizens to take action and confront the growing threats to democracy.
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War Crimes Allegation Exposes Systemic Lawlessness

  • Pete Hegseth's conduct on the high seas violated international law and military rules of engagement.
  • Steve Schmidt argues this act exposes dangerous lawlessness at the highest levels of Trump's defense team.
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Institutional Oversight Still Exists

  • Even a deeply compromised Congress signaled oversight via the Armed Services Committee led by Roger Wicker.
  • Schmidt frames this as rare institutional pushback against executive lawlessness.
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Personal Conduct Amplifies Unfitness

  • Schmidt lists personal allegations and conduct to portray Hegseth as unfit and dangerous.
  • He argues those character details compound the severity of the alleged criminal acts.
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