On the recordJuly 22, 2026
The best way to create peace is to prepare for war, to deter it.
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Pete Hegseth
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theguardian.comEditor's note · Context
Defending funding request during Senate hearing.
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“It’s not about artificial enhancement,” Hegseth said in his video. “It’s about restoring and optimizing your natural capabilities, protecting your longevity and ensuring you have the biological foundation required to sustain the fight.”