Key facts
- Democratic candidates are targeting Pete Hegseth over his alleged influence on military policy.
- Hegseth is accused of being personally responsible for bad military policy decisions.
- Hegseth is described as a figure who wants to take America to war.
- Candidates are calling for Hegseth's resignation.
- Hegseth's role in directing U.S. military operations in the Iran war is a key point of criticism.
- Voters are reportedly upset about the Iran war.
Democratic candidates are increasingly making Pete Hegseth a target on the campaign trail, criticizing his alleged influence on military policy decisions and his role in directing U.S. operations, particularly concerning the Iran war. Several candidates have called for Hegseth's resignation, citing concerns about the politicization of traditionally apolitical military institutions and his perceived desire to engage in conflict.