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Sen. Adam Schiff says Pete Hegseth should testify on Starlink slowdown in Ukraine
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Sen. Adam Schiff called for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to testify before the Senate regarding the Starlink satellite limitations that disrupted Ukrainian military operations, emphasizing the need to clarify who ordered the slowdown.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested the U.S. government directed the limitation of Starlink speeds, a claim complicated by conflicting statements from Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump.
- Elon Musk accused Ukraine of violating Starlink's terms of service by using the system for offensive strikes and stated that usage limits are ultimately decided by the U.S. military and the president.
- Schiff criticized Musk's influence over national security, calling it a significant threat, and urged for transparency on recent changes to Starlink's policies and their impact on Ukraine's defense capabilities.
- The Trump administration denied requesting changes to Starlink’s operation, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio refuted claims that the U.S. withheld necessary support from Ukraine.
