Pete Hegseth said "We do not approach this challenge with needless confrontation but with the posture of measured and deliberate strength." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordJune 1, 2026

We do not approach this challenge with needless confrontation but with the posture of measured and deliberate strength.

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Pete Hegseth

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bbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Discussing US strategy towards China and Asia.

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