Chris Hayes discusses the GOP’s hypocrisy in appointing unqualified candidates while criticizing diversity initiatives
Take Pete Hegseth, for instance. He’s the guy Trump wants as defense secretary, but there’s a serious allegation of sexual assault hanging over him. Sure, he denies it, claiming it was consensual, but he also made a payment to settle things. The local DA didn’t find enough evidence to press charges, but that’s a whole other story.
Now, if you look at Hegseth’s resume, it’s hard to see how he even made it to the interview stage for such a crucial role. He’s got some military experience, but that’s about it. He’s been involved with a couple of organizations, but they both ended up distancing themselves from him due to financial issues and other allegations.
Chris pointed out that Republicans seem okay with putting people like Hegseth in charge, even when there are plenty of qualified Trump supporters out there. It’s a risky move, especially when you think about the stakes involved.
And here’s the kicker: while they’re slamming DEI initiatives, they’re actually practicing their own version of it by backing unqualified candidates just because they’re in Trump’s circle. It’s a real double standard, and it’s dangerous.
Senator Tammy Duckworth, a decorated veteran, called them out during a recent hearing, questioning how they expect military standards to be upheld when they’re lowering the bar for their buddies. It’s a mess, and it’s something we should all keep an eye on.