Political Clash Erupts Over U.S. Weapon Stockpile Concerns
‘Captain Kelly strikes again’: Hegseth tears into Dem Sen. over 'US weapon stockpiles drained' claim
The Economic Times
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A political dispute has emerged between Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Democratic Senator Mark Kelly regarding the depletion of U.S. weapons stockpiles due to the ongoing Iran conflict. Kelly's warnings about the impact on future military readiness, particularly against China, have sparked significant debate.
- 01Senator Mark Kelly claims U.S. weapons stockpiles are severely depleted due to the Iran conflict.
- 02Kelly highlighted specific weapons affected, including Tomahawk missiles and Patriot systems.
- 03He warned that replenishing these stockpiles could take years.
- 04The situation raises concerns about U.S. military readiness against potential conflicts with China.
- 05Secretary of War Pete Hegseth responded critically to Kelly's statements.
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A significant political and military clash has arisen between Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Democratic Senator Mark Kelly following a classified Pentagon briefing regarding the Iran war. Senator Kelly, speaking on CBS’s Face the Nation, expressed concerns that the ongoing conflict has severely depleted vital U.S. weapons stockpiles, including Tomahawk missiles, Patriot systems, and THAAD interceptors. He cautioned that the replenishment of these weapons could take years and might compromise America's military readiness in response to potential future conflicts, particularly with China. Hegseth's rebuttal to Kelly's claims has intensified the debate over U.S. military preparedness and resource allocation.
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