GOP Rep. Bacon Calls for Defense Secretary Hegseth's Resignation

Rep. Don Bacon has become the first Republican lawmaker to publicly suggest President Trump should fire Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing concerns over Hegseth's reported sharing of sensitive military information in private Signal group chats with family and associates. Bacon, a retired Air Force general, criticized Hegseth's lack of experience and described his actions as 'totally unacceptable' and indicative of an 'amateur' approach, particularly given the security risks posed by foreign adversaries like Russia and China. Reports allege Hegseth discussed details of military strikes against the Houthis in Yemen in these chats, raising further questions about his judgment and leadership. While the Pentagon and the White House have defended Hegseth, insisting that no classified information was shared, Bacon's remarks add to growing scrutiny of dysfunction and controversies within the Pentagon. The episode follows broader concerns about high-level handling of sensitive information in the administration. Bacon's comments reflect increasing Republican unease with Hegseth's leadership and handling of national security matters.