Ben Makuch

Ben Makuch, a national security reporter, dives into the controversial changes spearheaded by Pete Hegseth, a Fox News anchor turned Secretary of Defense. They discuss Hegseth's push for an anti-woke military, including proposed bans on transgender troops and the effects of grooming standards on diversity. The podcast examines the implications of religious rhetoric intertwined with military policies and explores concerns about the military's readiness to confront civilians. Makuch highlights the mixed reactions within the military, raising critical questions about the ethics of using armed forces domestically.