Trump, Hegseth underwater on approval from military members, veterans: Poll
President Trump and War Secretary Pete Hegseth have negative approval ratings among veterans and military members, according to a Common Defense poll. The survey of 731 service members, veterans, and military family members indicates that politicization and leadership changes are driving personnel toward the exit. Specifically, 79% of veterans and service members believe society and politicians are leaving them behind. These findings suggest a readiness crisis as active-duty troops consider leaving the service due to the current political climate and administration policies.
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- ✓ President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth have negative approval ratings among veterans and military members.
- ✓ A Common Defense poll included 731 service members, veterans, and military family members.
- ✓ 79% of veterans and service members say politicians and society are leaving them behind.
What changed
A Common Defense poll reveals that Trump and Hegseth are underwater with military members and veterans.
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Trump and Hegseth Approval Drops Among Military and Veterans
President Trump and War Secretary Pete Hegseth have negative approval ratings among veterans and military members, according to a Common Defense poll. The survey of 731 service members, veterans, and military family members indicates that politicization and leadership changes are driving personnel toward the exit. Specifically, 79% of veterans and service members believe society and politicians are leaving them behind. These findings suggest a readiness crisis as active-duty troops consider leaving the service due to the current political climate and administration policies.
Why it matters
The military traditionally maintains a non-partisan stance to ensure stability across different administrations. Widespread dissatisfaction among active-duty personnel and veterans can impact national security and troop retention. This friction coincides with a landslide Democratic victory in the midterms.
What is confirmed
- President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth have negative approval ratings among veterans and military members.
- A Common Defense poll included 731 service members, veterans, and military family members.
- 79% of veterans and service members say politicians and society are leaving them behind.
Still unconfirmed
- War Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a bipartisan impeachment effort following the Democratic midterm victory.
- Over half of the military wants to quit early because of Pete Hegseth.
What to watch next
- Official response from the Department of Defense regarding the Common Defense poll
- Formal impeachment proceedings or motions filed against Secretary Hegseth
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