Hegseth Seeks to Punish Service Members Over Charlie Kirk Comments

The Guardline

The Pentagon’s political correctness campaign could affect dozens of enlisted troops and officers, according to one insider.

September 17 2025, 8:31 p.m.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks before President Donald Trump signs a memorandum in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Pete Hegseth speaks before Donald Trump signs a memorandum in the Oval Office of the White House on Sept. 15, 2025, in Washington.
Photo: Alex Brandon/AP