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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