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Senators Demand Hegseth's Firing Over Iran School Strike

3/13/2026

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Senators Chris Van Hollen and Elizabeth Warren call for the immediate firing of Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Pentagon report alleges U.S. responsibility for a Minab, Iran school strike killing mostly young girls.
They allege Hegseth dismantled civilian-harm protections and promoted aggressive tactics.
Human rights groups and lawmakers criticize his actions, including controversial operations.
They warn the approach could cause further war crimes and demand accountability for U.S. military actions.

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Senators Chris Van Hollen and Elizabeth Warren call for the immediate firing of Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Pentagon report alleges U.S. responsibility for a Minab, Iran school strike killing mostly young girls.
They allege Hegseth dismantled civilian-harm protections and promoted aggressive tactics.
Human rights groups and lawmakers criticize his actions, including controversial operations.
They warn the approach could cause further war crimes and demand accountability for U.S. military actions.