Today, Mark Mellman, President and CEO of Democratic Majority for Israel, made the following statement:
“Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was never qualified to run the Department of Defense, and recent reports only underscore that reality – which is why he must resign or be fired.
“The torrent of news out of the Pentagon has been troubling — especially following a revealing op-ed that cast significant doubt on his ability to effectively lead the Department of Defense. The article highlighted several critical issues relating to Hegseth’s management style and decision-making processes, painting a picture of an administration struggling to maintain order and direction. This is not sustainable.
“Under Secretary Hegseth, the Defense Department has experienced unprecedented levels of disarray. Among the most concerning is the recent leak of classified Israeli plans for a potential attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities. This breach represents a profound failure in protocol and of security safeguards, raising yet more questions about the Administration’s ability to protect sensitive information. Such incidents not only undermine operational integrity but also threaten the safety of our allies.
“The stewardship of our national defense must be entrusted to a leader who can restore order, safeguard vital information, and reinforce the confidence of allied nations. That person is clearly not Secretary Hegseth.
“For the good of the nation, he should resign or be removed.”
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