Hegseth Invokes Divine Purpose to Justify Military Might
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the U.S. military's overwhelming force and unmatched airpower against Iran, describing the adversaries as "apocalyptic."
- Hegseth called on Americans to pray for victory and troop safety "in the name of Jesus Christ," highlighting the explicitly Christian tone of his wartime appeal.
- His framing of U.S. military actions in the Middle East and beyond often incorporates a Christian moral perspective, suggesting these operations are divinely sanctioned.
- This combination of faith and military strength underpins Hegseth's confidence in the U.S. prevailing in its conflict with Iran.
