Rep. Carbajal: “Do you think political allegiance to Trump is a requirement for serving our nation, either in uniform or as a civilian under the department?”
Sec. Hegseth: “I’m incredibly proud, as are millions of Americans—”
Rep. Carbajal: “No, no, no, no, no. Not today, Hegseth. Yes or no?”
Sec. Hegseth: “Congressman, you know what a silly question that is. It’s a very straightforward answer: yes or no.”
“We all support and defend the Constitution of the United States. I’m proud of—”
Rep. Carbajal: “You know what? I’m not going to waste my time anymore. You’re not worthy of my attention or my questions. You’re an embarrassment to this country. You’re unfit to lead, and there’s been bipartisan members of Congress that have called for your resignation. You should just get the hell out and let somebody competently lead this department.”
Sec. Hegseth: “Mr. Chairman, do we not have any decorum in here?”
Chairman: “Thank you very much. I yield my time. Gentleman yields back. And I would urge everybody to remember and maintain the decorum suitable for this chamber for their further comments. The chair now recognizes the gentleman from Tennessee, Dr. DesJarlais.”
