During a cabinet meeting, President Trump jokingly referred to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as his "least controversial person," in light of Hegseth's recent controversies. In response, Hegseth stated that these controversies suggest they are "over the target," underlining the achievements in military recruitment since Trump's election. He praised the president's impact on military service interest, suggesting a significant uptick in recruitment aligned with Trump's leadership during his first 100 days in office. Hegseth's remarks reflect a blend of humor and seriousness as they navigate challenges within the Pentagon.
President Trump playfully ribbed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over recent controversies at a cabinet meeting. Trump humorously referred to Hegseth as his "least controversial person at the table."
Hegseth emphasized that the controversies are a sign of being "over the target" and praised the strong military recruiting since Trump's election.
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