Pentagon's Controversial Contingency Plans and Military Deployments Under Scrutiny
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces intense questioning over Pentagon's invasion plans for Greenland, troop deployments, and Air Force One budget amid political tensions.
Overview
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Pentagon's contingency plans for potential invasions of Greenland and Panama, raising concerns among lawmakers.
- Democratic members of the House Armed Services Committee engaged in heated discussions with Hegseth regarding these classified military plans.
- A Pentagon watchdog report on Hegseth's communication practices is expected, particularly concerning the Greenland invasion plans.
- Hegseth faced scrutiny over military support for Ukraine and troop deployments, emphasizing the importance of defending democratic allies.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom is suing to remove federal troops from Los Angeles, highlighting tensions over military presence and immigration enforcement.
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Analysis
Emphasizes Pentagon's contingency plans for potential military action in Greenland and Panama.
The Pentagon has approved the deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to protect immigration agents and federal property in Los Angeles, sparking sharp questions and criticism.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has filed a lawsuit to remove troops, which is currently being heard in district court.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that the Pentagon has contingency plans to use force to take control of Greenland and Panama if needed.
Democratic members of the House Armed Services Committee engaged in heated exchanges with Hegseth during a congressional hearing.
A forthcoming Pentagon watchdog report will address Hegseth's use of Signal.
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"…The administration has argued that courts are overstepping their authority by challenging the government’s foreign policy role."
Military Times·19d·"…Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to acknowledge that the Pentagon has developed plans to take over Greenland and Panama by force if necessary but refused to answer repeated questions during a hotly combative congressional hearing."
ABC News·19d·"…Hegseth's handling of the questions prompted a Republican lawmaker to step in a few minutes later."
Associated Press·19d·"…The administration has said it wants a 13% increase in that budget, but it is including a separate party-line bill, which includes $150 billion for the Pentagon, in its calculations."
Military Times·20d·FAQ
The potential invasion plans for Greenland and Panama are tied to national security concerns and strategic interests. President Trump has expressed interest in annexing Greenland for national security purposes and possibly reasserting U.S. control over the Panama Canal.
Lawmakers from both parties expressed alarm and sought clarification on the Pentagon's stance regarding Greenland and Panama. Rep. Mike Turner and Rep. Adam Smith were among those who questioned Hegseth's ambiguous responses.
Besides the Greenland and Panama plans, Hegseth is also facing scrutiny over military support for Ukraine, troop deployments, and a Pentagon watchdog report on his communication practices.
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