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Female veterans react to Trump's pick for defense secretary

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President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has been outspoken about his opinion that women shouldn't serve in combat roles. Female veterans say they are disappointed by Hegseth's opinions


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