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Pete Hegseth: “President Trump made the courageous decision to go at their…”

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And when Iran was at its weakest moments following the 12 Day War but still wanted the pursuit of a nuclear capability, President Trump made the courageous decision to go at their conventional umbrella and shield which they were using to protect their nuclear program. which we knew came with threats and branches and sequels. My concern, Mr. Secretary, is that you've achieved a series of tactical successes but are on the verge of a strategic loss because we are now negotiating just to get so foolish. (04:37–04:46)

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Asserts that President Trump decided to target Iran's conventional military capabilities used to protect their nuclear program.

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