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Tom Cotton kicks off intel hearing by praising Hegseth and Waltz despite war plans fallout


Published on 2025-03-25 11:00:57 - MSN
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  • Although Cotton didn't mention the controversy surrounding secret war plans sent to journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, he singled out two of the men who organized the chat where the plans were shared outside of secure government systems. "Iran, despite setbacks ...

The article discusses an incident where Senator Tom Cotton, during an intelligence hearing, praised Fox News host Pete Hegseth and Representative Michael Waltz, despite their involvement in a controversial war game scenario. This scenario, which was part of a Fox Nation special, suggested that the U.S. could win a war with Iran in just a few days. The simulation, however, was criticized for its unrealistic assumptions and lack of understanding of military strategy, leading to significant backlash. Cotton's commendation came at a time when the credibility of such simulations was under scrutiny, highlighting a disconnect between some political figures and military strategy experts. This event underscores the ongoing debate about the portrayal of military engagements in media and its implications on public perception and policy-making.

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