The Pentagon's invitation to far-right activist Jack Posobiec to join Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on his first overseas trip has sparked significant concern among U.S. defense officials. This decision raises questions about Hegseth's judgment and what message it sends to allies, given Posobiec's controversial reputation for promoting conspiracy theories. As the Trump administration seeks to engage the military in domestic political contexts, officials worry this could erode the nonpartisan nature of the armed forces, especially as troops are already deployed in politically charged situations such as the Southern border and Guantánamo Bay.
The invitation of far-right activist Jack Posobiec to join Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's trip raises concerns about politicizing the nonpartisan U.S. military.
Pentagon officials alarmed by involvement of Posobiec, known for conspiracy theories, as it may signal a shift in military's role towards partisan politics.
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