Pete Hegseth Illustrates a Key Weakness of the Trump Administration
Briefly

Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, is under scrutiny after sharing classified military plans related to Yemen. The Pentagon's inspector general has confirmed that these plans were classified and meant to remain undisclosed. Reports indicate significant turmoil within Hegseth's team, with six senior aides either fired or resigning amid allegations of leaks. John Ullyot, a former chief spokesman, has criticized these allegations as unfounded smears that divert attention from broader failures under Hegseth's leadership. Further issues arose when Hegseth allegedly brought his wife to sensitive meetings with foreign officials.
The Pentagon's inspector general found evidence that military plans to shell Yemen were shared by Pete Hegseth, contradicting his statements that he had not shared battle plans.
Amid reports of 'disarray' in Hegseth's Pentagon, six senior aides have been fired or resigned, with allegations of leaks and smears directed at those who left.
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