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Kimmel Finds Huge Problem With Hegseth’s Band of ‘Weirdos’
The Daily Beast • • nation
Key Points:
- Jimmy Kimmel criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "Project Meridian" during his show, mocking a spoken-word verse Hegseth delivered to troops that included disparaging remarks against various groups.
- Kimmel highlighted Hegseth's verbal stumble and questioned the credibility of the leaders chosen for Project Meridian, notably Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey, and Newt Gingrich, pointing out their perceived incongruities with Hegseth's stated criteria.
- The segment underscored controversy surrounding Hegseth's military leadership, including his reorganization efforts that have led to the departure of experienced officers, particularly women and people of color, amid his campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Kimmel mocked Hegseth's rhetoric promoting a hyper-masculine military culture, ridiculing phrases like "the patriotic cowboys are in" and the emphasis on testosterone, framing it as absurd and out of touch.
