David Phillips

David Phillips, a New York Times correspondent specializing in military affairs, and Sarah Jones, a political analyst for New York Magazine, join to dissect Pete Hegseth's controversial ascent to Secretary of Defense. They explore Hegseth's complex transition from soldier to media figure and analyze his Christian nationalist beliefs. Topics include the deep bonds within Trump's administration, potential gender biases in military leadership, and the implications of Hegseth's ideologies on defense policy and military culture.