1. United States
2. Mich.
3. Letter

Based on the disturbing revelations about Pete Hegseth's unprofessional conduct and issues with alcohol abuse, I urge you to reconsider his nomination as Secretary of Defense. The reports of his drunken behavior at Fox News events, to the point of requiring intervention from colleagues, raise serious doubts about his judgment and leadership capabilities. A role as vital as running the Pentagon demands the highest standards of professionalism and sobriety. Hegseth's track record suggests he may struggle to uphold those standards. For the sake of our national security and the well-being of our armed forces, I implore you to withdraw this nomination and select a candidate without such red flags in their background. Our military deserves a leader beyond reproach.