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Pete Hegseth: “There's been a historic surge [in military enlistment].”

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

Published | Video Starts at 38:40

More people joining military now than any time in recent memory, right? Yes, sir. So the situation described by Senator Murray is not being viewed by other Americans because they're signing up in droves. Senator, There's been a historic surge [in military enlistment]. You know why? Because they think you're a winner. They think you're going to lead. They think you're going to have their back. That's why they're signing up. (38:40–38:44)

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