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Retired Army Lieutenant General Russel Honoré has criticized Pete Hegseth’s views on women in combat. Honoré believes that women are essential to the Armed Forces and that Hegseth’s claims lack evidence.
Initially skeptical about women on the front lines, Honoré now believes it has been beneficial. He emphasizes that women in the military are serving admirably and that there is no data to support Hegseth’s assertions that they make the military less effective.
Honoré acknowledges issues with sexual assault in the Army but stresses that recruitment challenges make it crucial to include both men and women. He finds Hegseth’s selection as Secretary of Defense intriguing and invites viewers to watch the full interview on “TMZ Live” for further insights.