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Kristen Welker: “Secretary Hegseth has had you in his crosshairs. He's…”

Featuring: Kristen Welker, Host of Meet the Press | National

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Mark Kelly calls Khamenei's death a 'good thing' but slams lack of 'plan' in Iran: Full interview

Published | Video Starts at 07:38

There are options that the Iranian regime, whoever comes next, has to target US Citizens. Two more quick critical questions for you. If there is a war powers vote, Senator, will you be a yes? Secretary Hegseth has had you in his crosshairs. He's targeted you and other lawmakers. He tried to downgrade your military ranking. That was blocked by a judge. Do you have confidence in Pete Hegseth's leadership to lead this war? Well, I'm going to have to take a close look at it. (07:38–07:49)

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Asserts that Secretary Hegseth targeted lawmakers and attempted to downgrade military rankings, which was blocked by a judge.

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