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He would first have to understand who Jesus Christ is and then actually believe in him first. Saying you believe in someone, is not the same thing as actually believing in him.

: Secretary of War Pete Hegseth puts his faith on display during a tense exchange about religious beliefs and his leadership of the military.

The confrontation erupted after Dem Senator Jack Reed suggested Hegseth’s behavior showed an "intense interest in Christianity" and "nationalism," questioning his ability to remain neutral toward other religions within the department.

"I don't know what you're insinuating, Senator, but I am not ashamed of my faith in Jesus Christ. And if you want to shame me for it, go ahead... I've heard the likes of things that people like you suggest, to try to smear my character, and I won't give in to it."

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth puts his faith on display during a tense exchange about religious beliefs and his leadership of the military. The confrontation erupted after Dem Senator Jack Reed suggested Hegseth’s behavior showed an "intense interest in Christianity" and "nationalism," questioning his ability to remain neutral toward other religions within the department. "I don't know what you're insinuating, Senator, but I am not ashamed of my faith in Jesus Christ. And if you want to shame me for it, go ahead... I've heard the likes of things that people like you suggest, to try to smear my character, and I won't give in to it."