U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda Calls for Defense Secretary Hegseth's Resignation Amid Military Leadership Purge and Iran War Concerns
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda (D-Hawaii) has publicly called for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's resignation, asserting he is 'not fit to serve' due to his leadership and a significant purge of military generals and admirals. During a telephone town hall, Tokuda addressed concerns from constituents regarding the ongoing war with Iran and the impact of Hegseth's actions on military readiness. She highlighted the firing or blocking of promotions for over 80 top officers, including a notable number of service members of color and women, which she described as 'quite uncommon.' The resignation of Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, reportedly in protest of Hegseth's leadership, further underscores the gravity of the situation. Tokuda, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, expressed bipartisan concerns about the decimation of military leadership and the resulting shortages in leaders, missiles, armaments, and supplies amidst the conflict with Iran. She also noted the 'unmanageable and unlivable conditions' faced... 
