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Mark Kelly: “The statute for this job says somebody will have extensive…”

Featuring: Mark Kelly, Democratic | U.S. Senate from Arizona

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Sen. Warner, more | Face the Nation Full Broadcast - June 14, 2026

Published | Video Starts at 35:10

It sounds like this is not a question. Hey, I don't know Clayton. I mean, I'm reviewing his background. He's got a process to go through. We need to vet him. The statute for this job says somebody will have extensive national security or intelligence experience. Does he have that? I think it's pretty clear he does not. Is he better than Bill Pulte? Yes, I think a lot better. (35:10–35:19)

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