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Chuck Schumer: “Secretary Hegseth should testify publicly before the…”

Featuring: Chuck Schumer, Democratic | U.S. Senate New York

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Published | Video Starts at 05:12

And let me be clear. Secretary Hegseth must be part of those briefings. We need documentation. We need the tapes. But we should go one step further. Secretary Hegseth should testify publicly before the committee under oath so that the American people can hear the facts. The truth should not be kept behind closed doors. The fresh air of public scrutiny should be let in. The public has a right to know. That's why Pete Hegseth must testify publicly. (05:12–05:21)

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