Critics mock Hegseth's religious rhetoric
The gist
Critics mocked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's religious rhetoric as his 'Send Me Tour' began in Texas.
The dispute centers on how much Christian framing belongs in the military's public role.
How it unfolded
- Sep 16, 2026Journalist Laura Jedeed mocked Hegseth's remark, telling her Bluesky followers he was targeting 'Not terrorists, not radicals, not even Islamists.'
- Sep 16, 2026Sarah Stankorb cited aggressive social media posts regarding Iran and religious imagery, while Hegseth defended the administration by criticizing Joe Biden's past.
- Sep 17, 2026Senator Chris Coons posted that since being sworn in, Secretary Hegseth has always been more interested in winning culture wars.