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Leaning into culture war flashpoints, Hegseth says he has transformed U.S. military

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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth told hundreds of junior military officers and enlisted leaders on Wednesday that the Trump administration has achieved a cultural shift in the military.

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  • Reported by NPR Top and published Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:51:20 UTC.

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  1. Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich to help Pentagon with warfare initiative, Hegseth says

  2. Leaning into culture war flashpoints, Hegseth says he has transformed U.S. military

  3. Hegseth announces 20% cut to US military commanders

  4. Hegseth announces new drone command, cuts to 20% of generals in 'State of the Force' speech

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