Pete Hegseth is the WRONG choice to lead the Pentagon
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As a former Navy officer and Under Secretary of Defense, I have a lot to say about Trump’s pick for Secretary of Defense. 

 

John, Pete Hegseth’s nomination is an insult to the brave people serving our nation. 

 

These are just some of his glaring red flags: 

 

🚩 Hegseth has said that women shouldn’t be in combat roles and has actively spoken out against diversity and inclusion efforts at the Pentagon.

 

🚩 His own mother once called him an “abuser of women”—seriously!

 

🚩 He was ousted from a veterans charity due to allegations of misconduct, including: financial mismanagement, sexual impropriety, sexist behavior, and repeatedly being intoxicated on the job.

 

🚩 He’s been charged with sexual assault and was accused of covering it up with a hush money settlement.

 

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, John. Now more than ever, our military personnel are facing unprecedented challenges from political extremists—Hegseth is as extreme as they come and would only exacerbate these issues. 

 

Hegseth is the most unqualified nominee for Defense Secretary in recent history, and the American people deserve better. 

 

In Congress, I will continue to oppose unqualified nominees like Hegseth and work every day to keep our country safe and secure. I hope you’ll stand with me, John. 

 

In service, 

Rep. Gil Cisneros

 

p.s. Opposing Trump and his hand-picked MAGA puppets is going to take a strong, organized coalition. Anything you can chip in toward our efforts will make a huge difference. >>
 
As an officer in the U.S. Navy, education nonprofit leader, Congressman, and Under Secretary of Defense, Gil Cisneros has dedicated his life to service, taking action, and getting results for people. From helping open doors of opportunity to San Gabriel Valley students through providing college scholarships, to standing up to the Gun Lobby in Congress, to protecting the right to comprehensive reproductive care for stationed service members while at the Pentagon, Gil has always stood up for his community and California values.

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The son of a public school cafeteria worker and a Vietnam veteran, and the grandson of WWII veterans, Gil understood the importance of public service. After graduating high school, Gil enlisted in the U.S. Navy, driven by a desire to serve his nation and a determination to carve out a brighter future. He earned an ROTC Scholarship and graduated with a B.A. in Political Science from George Washington University. Gil also holds an MBA from Regis University and M.A. in Urban Education Policy from Brown University.

After the election of Donald Trump, Gil could not sit on the sidelines – he ran for California’s 39th Congressional District and won with the support of middle-class families and labor unions.

Now with MAGA extremists running the House of Representatives, Gil is looking to stand up for the San Gabriel Valley and continue his mission of service, advocating for veterans, gun safety reform, economic opportunity for working families, climate action, and defending women’s rights.

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