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Pete Hegseth: “Your vice president enlisted after high school in the Marine…”

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Sec. of Defense Hegseth speaks at Marines 250th anniversary

Published October 18, 2025 | Video Starts at 06:03

Someone else who understands that is Vice President Vance, who is right there alongside President Trump, who he himself has made the same types of sacrifices that you have. Your vice president enlisted after high school in the Marine Corps and served in Iraq. Your vice president knows and shares the dedication of this force and he represents you always in Washington. I have an honor. (06:03–06:11)

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Asserts that Vice President Vance enlisted in the Marine Corps after high school and served in Iraq.

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