Staff Reports
Donald Trump’s recent nomination of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense is stirring up quite the tempest, courtesy of the ever-engaged liberal faction. Predictably, the left has erupted in unison, clutching their pearls over Hegseth’s credentials, which they deem insufficient for such a critical role. But given whom they typically consider qualified—such as the likes of Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg—this uproar might just signal that Trump’s pick is right on track. After all, if the left doesn’t like it, it’s probably a win for America.
Hegseth boasts a commendable background: a decorated combat veteran with multiple tours, including time in Guantanamo Bay and Iraq. He is also a double recipient of the Bronze Star. But of course, facts don’t seem to matter much to the liberal elite, particularly to Senator Elizabeth Warren, who appears to have forgotten that Hegseth is a legitimate veteran. Her misguided commentary about his qualifications is, quite humorously, reminiscent of her own dubious claims about Native American heritage designed to bolster her career. The irony here is palpable and ripe for commentary.
Liz Warren Gets Wrecked Trying to Attack Trump's Secretary of Defense Pick https://t.co/5kpkQ6Cnzv
— Donald C. Drawec (@drawec_dc) November 13, 2024
Critics are falling all over themselves pushing the narrative that a Fox & Friends co-host can’t be Secretary of Defense. It would seem that the supposed gatekeepers of military expertise have overlooked Hegseth’s impressive educational pedigree, including degrees from Princeton and Harvard. Meanwhile, they ignore the dismal performance of Biden’s appointees, like Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, whose recent track record is riddled with blunders. So evidently, the left’s champions—those with all the right credentials—are not producing the expected results. It raises the question: what qualifies a candidate in the current political climate?
Scott Jennings of CNN reaffirmed that the Biden administration’s handpicked talent has only led to debacles, suggesting that maybe it’s time to rethink who gets labeled as “qualified.” A former defense industry lobbyist, speaking anonymously—because who wouldn’t want to keep their job after saying something candid—expressed disappointment in the lack of traditional defense experience in Trump’s more loyal choices. But, if a loyalista can steer the nation back towards strength and clarity, who cares about the tantrums from the left?
The Democrats’ meltdown is almost entertaining, revealing their utter lack of self-awareness about their own picks and policies. As they throw shade from their high horses, one can’t help but recall some of the choice selections they’ve made: Buttigieg for Transportation, which seems more aligned with his affinity for trains than actual transportation policy. Yet, they think they have the moral high ground to criticize Trump’s choices. Their indignation is a testament to just how far removed they are from the average American’s viewpoint.
In short, let the vetting process roll forward while the Democrats simper in their angst. Trump’s picks may ruffle feathers, but that’s where real change begins. America has spoken, and for those in the leftist echo chamber, reality check time has arrived. With Hegseth at the helm of the Pentagon, the expectation is a pivot away from the disastrous policies of the past, beginning a robust reinvigoration of defense strategies that prioritize American strength and security.
