Senator Joni Ernst's rapid support for Pete Hegseth’s nomination reflects a troubling dismissal of his disqualifying history, contradicting her advocacy for women in the military.
Despite being accused of serious misconduct, Hegseth’s confirmation process was characterized more by performative strength and masculine ideals than by genuine scrutiny or accountability.
In a moment that highlighted the absurdity of the proceedings, Hegseth boasted about his physical prowess and the intimacy of military ideals rooted in masculinity.
Ernst's lack of rigorous questioning and flippant remarks post-hearing indicate a concerning trend of accepting unfit candidates in high-stakes positions for political expediency.
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