Rep. Brian Mast, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Florida's 21st district, shared a series of tweets on December 7, 2024, expressing his support for Pete Hegseth as a candidate for defense secretary and participating in an event for Service Academy candidates.
On December 7, Rep. Mast expressed his pride in joining other veterans to support Pete Hegseth's nomination as defense secretary. He described Hegseth as "a patriot and a fighter" who would excel in the role. The tweet can be viewed here.
In another tweet posted shortly after, Rep. Mast referenced past confirmation processes by stating that "the playbook they tried using on Justice Kavanaugh is being rolled out again." He asserted confidence that "Pete Hegseth will be confirmed!" This statement is available here.
Later that day, Rep. Mast attended a physical fitness assessment event for Service Academy candidates, describing it as one of his favorite events of the year. He commended the dedication of young individuals ready to serve their country with commitment and pride. The full tweet can be accessed here.
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