
Episode 1861 • • 37:52 - 43:00
1861: Cone of Uncertainty
Pete Hegseth Religious Rhetoric and Trump Jesus Imagery
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has drawn scrutiny for using biblical language in Pentagon briefings, specifically comparing the press to the Pharisees. This follows a viral social media incident where Donald Trump retweeted an AI-generated image depicting himself with Christ-like attributes. The hosts debate whether these religious references alienate secular troops or serve as a political strategy for the midterms.
