CONGRESSMAN DEMANDS ANSWER FROM HEGSETH OVER JOINT MUNITIONS CUTS

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A heated congressional hearing unfolded as Representative Eric Sorensen questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about layoffs at Joint Munitions Command and the Army Sustainment Command.

Sorensen raised concerns from workers and veterans in military communities who fear that workforce reductions could weaken military readiness and harm experienced personnel. Hegseth defended the administration's reforms, arguing that bureaucracy must be reduced to improve efficiency and strengthen the defense industrial base.

The exchange also touched on munitions stockpiles, military preparedness, collective bargaining, and the role civilian employees play in supporting America's armed forces.

At stake is a larger debate over the future of the Department of Defense: Should reform focus on streamlining operations, or preserving institutional knowledge and experienced workers?

Watch the full exchange and decide for yourself.

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