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WATCH: Sen. Rosen says Hegseth is disrespectful of veterans who use benefits for illness or injuries
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7:18Now PlayingSen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., accused defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth of being “disrespectful” of veterans who have claimed benefits with the help of veteran service organizations.
Rosen asked Hegseth about statements he had made on Fox News criticizing “dependence” on assistance.
“You stated you don't want to “be dependent on government assistance from the VA based on injuries or illnesses that might have arisen from your military service,'” Rosen said.
Hegseth denied that he did not support veterans receiving benefits they had earned through their service.
“So you have again changed your position, where you believe the veterans are dependent, now you believe they've earned and deserved it. I just think it's disrespectful to change that position,” Rosen said.
Hegseth is a military veteran and conservative media personality. President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary has faced allegations of sexual misconduct and excessive drinking, and been criticized as a nominee for his controversial views on diversity and religion in the military.
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