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Defense Secretary Urges Swift Tech Adaptation for SOF

5/7/2025

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During the Global SOF Foundation Special Operations Force Week in Tampa, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth underscored the critical role of special operations forces in tackling escalating global threats. With SOF missions surging by 200% over three years and inflicting heavy enemy casualties, he stressed the urgency for swift adaptation and cutting-edge technology to outpace adversaries.

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During the Global SOF Foundation Special Operations Force Week in Tampa, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth underscored the critical role of special operations forces in tackling escalating global threats. With SOF missions surging by 200% over three years and inflicting heavy enemy casualties, he stressed the urgency for swift adaptation and cutting-edge technology to outpace adversaries.