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Trump and Hegseth Slam 'Wokeness' at Military Address

10/2/2025

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President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed military leaders in Quantico, focusing on cultural issues.
Trump criticized President Biden's tenure and made misleading claims about recruitment and the use of autopen for pardons.
Hegseth echoed the critique, attacked 'wokeness,' and announced plans to cut high-ranking officers; defense officials called the speech embarrassing, and the event ended with muted applause.

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Story summary

President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed military leaders in Quantico, focusing on cultural issues.
Trump criticized President Biden's tenure and made misleading claims about recruitment and the use of autopen for pardons.
Hegseth echoed the critique, attacked 'wokeness,' and announced plans to cut high-ranking officers; defense officials called the speech embarrassing, and the event ended with muted applause.