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Trump Defends Hegseth, Denies U.S. Munitions Shortage Amid War

7 Aug 2026 · 47 min

Episode Trump Defends Hegseth, Denies U.S. Munitions Shortage Amid War

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Is the United States running out of firepower to fight wars? The President denies friction with Pete Hegseth over munitions and worries its weakening his hand against Iran.

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