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Pete Hegseth: “The initial order of 2000 in California was followed by a…”

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Defense Budget Hearing: Pete Hegseth and General Dan Kane Discuss FY 2026 Priorities and Global Threats

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I mean, create the framework for that? I understand you didn't. I'm saying what does the document do. In your opinion, Senator, if you notice, The initial order of 2000 in California was followed by a follow on order for the additional 2000. with a recognition that the situation there required more resources in order to support law enforcement. (1:17:07–1:17:13)

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Asserts that an initial order of 2000 [National Guard troops] in California was followed by an additional 2000.

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