On the recordMarch 1, 2025
Our civilian patriots who dedicate themselves to defending this nation working for the Department of Defense are critical to our national security.
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Pete Hegseth
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newsweek.comPete Hegseth: “Our civilian patriots who dedicate themselves to defending this nation working for the Department of Defense are…”
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Hegseth emphasized the importance of civilian employees for national security under Trump's leadership.
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