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Though public prayer for troops is routine, and some applaud Mr. Hegseth’s approach, bipartisan critics warn that his pointed Christian rhetoric risks undermining troops’ religious liberty and the unity of the American military. His vision, stated repeatedly in media briefings and other public remarks, is seen by many as a form of Christian nationalism, an ideology that seeks to fuse American identity and government with a specific, conservative form of Christianity.
Veterans in Congress, retired military leaders, and activists have spoken out about what they say is the secretary’s promotion of Christian nationalism, accusing him of undermining democracy and military cohesion.
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Veterans in Congress, retired military leaders, and activists have spoken out about what they say is the secretary’s promotion of Christian nationalism, accusing him of undermining democracy and military cohesion.
Pete Hegseth’s religious rhetoric stirs debate in military
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s rhetoric is raising concerns about the impact that Christian nationalist ideas are having on military unity and the freedom of religion.
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