John Bolton, former national security advisor, criticized Pete Hegseth during an interview, calling for his resignation as defense secretary primarily for safety reasons. Bolton pointed out the significant risks associated with Hegseth's engagement in sensitive discussions via personal devices, particularly amid an era of proposed defense budget increases by the Trump administration. With ongoing concerns about espionage from foreign adversaries, Bolton underlined the necessity for a competent leader in the defense sector rather than someone distracted by scandals and insecure communication channels.
Bolton emphasized the critical state of the military, insisting that Hegseth should step down for his safety and the need for capable leadership during defense budget increases.
Highlighting the danger of using personal devices for sensitive communications, Bolton criticized Hegseth’s behavior, noting significant security risks posed by foreign adversaries targeting officials' phones.
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