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Defense Secretary's 'Our Boys' Remark Ignites Media Clash

6/27/2025

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sparked controversy during a June 26, 2025 press conference by referring to U.S. pilots as "our boys," igniting a heated exchange with a reporter who called out his oversight of female pilots. The situation intensified as Hegseth clashed with journalist Jennifer Griffin, highlighting the growing tensions between officials and the media.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sparked controversy during a June 26, 2025 press conference by referring to U.S. pilots as "our boys," igniting a heated exchange with a reporter who called out his oversight of female pilots. The situation intensified as Hegseth clashed with journalist Jennifer Griffin, highlighting the growing tensions between officials and the media.