He had no qualifications to be Secretary of Defense. The only way he got through was arm twisting. From some Republicans who knew he shouldn't be in that position. And now Trump and the administration and Senate Republicans who voted for him are paying a price because it's so obvious he's screwing up left and right. So when you put in these bad nominees, when you either sneak them through or bludgeon them through the administration, and unfortunately, the American people pay a very significant price. (07:44–07:52)
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Asserts that the Trump administration and supporting Senate Republicans are facing consequences due to Hegseth's poor performance.
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