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Pat Ryan: I think he was already not qualified for this position and clearly this is insult to injury.

On the recordNovember 14, 2024
I think he was already not qualified for this position and clearly this is insult to injury.
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Pat Ryan
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Congressman Ryan expresses his belief that Pete Hegseth is unqualified for the position of Secretary of Defense, especially in light of the sexual assault allegations.

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