Pete Hegseth delivered remarks addressing the American public directly, criticizing media coverage of the current conflict and defending President Donald Trump’s approach.
Hegseth began by emphasizing that his message was directed to Americans rather than media outlets.
He said, “I stand here today, speaking to you the American people, not through filters, not through reporters, not through cable news spin.”
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He added, “A dishonest and anti Trump press will stop at nothing.”
He continued by criticizing how the media reports on the situation, stating, “We know this at this point, to downplay progress, amplify every cost and call into question every step.”
He said, “Sadly, TDS is in their DNA.”
Hegseth added, “They want President Trump to fail, but you, the American people, know better.”
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Hegseth acknowledged reporters present during his remarks but made clear his intended audience.
He said, “Yes, there are reporters in front of me, but they are not our audience today.”
He added, “It's you, the good, decent, patriotic American people.”
He continued, “You the hard working, tax paying, God fearing American patriots.”
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He then addressed media portrayals of the conflict, stating, “The media here, not all of it, but much of it wants you to think, just 19 days into this conflict, that we're somehow spinning toward an endless abyss or a Forever War or a quagmire.”
He responded, “Nothing could be further from the truth.”
Hegseth referenced his own military background to contrast the current situation with past conflicts.
He said, “Hear it from me, one of hundreds of 1000s who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan.”
He added, “Who watched previous foolish politicians like Bush, Obama and Biden squander American credibility.”
He concluded by distinguishing the current strategy from prior wars. Hegseth said, “This is not those wars.”
He added, “President Trump knows better.”
He continued, “Epic Fury is different.”
He concluded, “It's laser focused. It's decisive.”
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