VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-09-02
“I urge the President to find a new leader at the Pentagon who will retain and empower our military talent rather than diminish it.”
Thom Tillis · said 2026-09-02 · reported 2026-09-02
Tillis called on President Trump to replace Hegseth with a new leader at the Pentagon.
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