Call Your Senators and Tell Them to Oppose Pete Hegseth's Nomination to the Department of Defense
Pete Hegseth, a right-wing Fox News commentator, has been nominated to lead the Department of Defense (DoD). The DoD isn’t just the largest federal agency; it’s the backbone of national security, managing over a million active-duty service members, overseeing defense strategy, and safeguarding the nation’s most critical interests. This role requires a leader with impeccable judgment, deep organizational experience, and an unwavering commitment to the agency’s mission to protect all Americans.
But Hegseth’s nomination signals a dangerous shift. His extreme views, history of misconduct, and lack of qualifications raise red flags about his ability to lead the DoD effectively and responsibly.
Given his troubling record, if confirmed, Hegseth would prioritize divisive ideological agendas over the integrity of our military. He’s promoted Christian nationalism, referred to abortion as "generational genocide," and vowed to dismantle Biden-era policies that improve access to reproductive healthcare for military families.
Confirming Pete Hegseth would mean placing someone at the helm of the DoD who is fundamentally unfit to lead. His nomination is a threat to national security and would undermine military cohesion, morale, and readiness.
Demand your Senators vote NO on Pete Hegseth to be Secretary of Defense. Use this tool to call your Senators and make your voice heard.
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Vote NO on Pete Hegseth's Nomination
Hello, I’m a constituent from [part of state], and I’m calling to ask Senator [Name] to vote NO on the nomination of Pete Hegseth to lead the Department of Defense.
Hegseth’s record of misconduct, extreme views, and lack of qualifications make him unfit to lead the Department of Defense. He has a troubling history of offensive behavior, including allegations of sexual assault, and has promoted divisive Christian nationalist rhetoric that risks marginalizing non-Christian service members and undermining military cohesion.
Hegseth’s lack of relevant experience—limited to hosting a TV show and veterans’ advocacy—does not prepare him to manage the world’s largest defense organization. His extreme policy positions, like opposing women in combat roles and rolling back reproductive healthcare for military families, would harm military readiness and morale.
This nomination directly threatens our national security and the values our military defends.
Will Senator [Name] oppose Hegseths nomination? The American people want and deserve nothing less than leadership that prioritizes unity, competence, and the integrity of our institutions.
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