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Rep. Ryan Demands Hegseth's Dismissal Amid War Crimes Allegations

12/12/2025

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Rep. Pat Ryan (D-NY) launched a petition via his Patriotic PAC, calling for the dismissal of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over accusations of potential war crimes linked to military strikes against drug boats off Venezuela.
Ryan claims Hegseth endangered troops and leaked classified plans, but President Trump publicly supports Hegseth, commending his efforts against drug dealers.
Hegseth is under scrutiny for allegedly sharing sensitive military information through the Signal app, though an inspector general's report found no legal wrongdoing.
Congress continues to express concerns regarding Hegseth's actions and their implications for national security.

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Rep. Pat Ryan (D-NY) launched a petition via his Patriotic PAC, calling for the dismissal of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over accusations of potential war crimes linked to military strikes against drug boats off Venezuela.
Ryan claims Hegseth endangered troops and leaked classified plans, but President Trump publicly supports Hegseth, commending his efforts against drug dealers.
Hegseth is under scrutiny for allegedly sharing sensitive military information through the Signal app, though an inspector general's report found no legal wrongdoing.
Congress continues to express concerns regarding Hegseth's actions and their implications for national security.