GOP lawmaker says more qualified officials should lead Pentagon, questions Hegseth's 'moral compass'

Rep. Don Bacon said Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth lacks a "moral compass" and stated the secretary "doesn't have a lot of friends on the Hill." Bacon did not provide specific examples or details supporting his assessment. Hegseth was confirmed by the Senate in 2025.

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