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Pete Hegseth Can't Explain Millions In Missing Funds - Liberal Lens
Senator Richard Blumenthal delivered a devastating critique of Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, during a tense Senate confirmation hearing. What unfolded was a brutal takedown of Hegseth’s record—highlighting years of financial mismanagement, poor leadership, and clear signs of incompetence.
Under Hegseth’s leadership, two veterans’ organizations—Veterans for Freedom and Concerned Veterans for America—collapsed under mounting debt, deficits, and donor backlash. Blumenthal entered tax records directly into the Senate record, exposing:
– A $434,000 deficit at Veterans for Freedom
– A $437,000 shortfall at Concerned Veterans for America
– Credit card debt, poor oversight, and zero accountability
Blumenthal then challenged Hegseth on his inability to answer basic questions—like how many troops serve in the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marines. The conclusion was clear:
Pete Hegseth is unqualified to manage a $850 billion defense budget and lead 3.4 million Americans in uniform.
📌 Key Topics:
– Failed nonprofit leadership
– Tax return evidence and financial collapse
– Troop strength confusion and lack of readiness
– Calls for expanded FBI background checks
– Blumenthal’s suggestion that Hegseth should withdraw
🔥 Watch as Blumenthal says what many Americans are thinking: “You may be a good communicator—but you are not fit to lead the Pentagon.” - 07/13/2025.