The Unserious ‘Story’ of How Pete Hegseth Gendered American Bombing Crews

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth arrives prior to a closed briefing on Iran for members of the House of Representatives on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., June 27, 2025.

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The U.S. bombed nuclear facilities in Iran.

But enough about that. What really matters is Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s problematic language — specifically, his casual gendering of the American B-2 bombing crews.

Becket Adams

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Becket Adams

Becket Adams is a columnist for National Review, the Washington Examiner, and The Hill.

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