Jefferson Reporter

U.S. Senator Katie Britt expressed her support following the Senate's confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense. In a statement, she emphasized her commitment to President Trump's "doctrine of peace through strength." Britt stated, "Secretary Hegseth will put our warfighters in the best position and return the Pentagon’s focus to our force’s lethality, providing a credible deterrent against our adversaries."

Britt also highlighted Alabama's significant role in national defense and mentioned key military installations in the state. She remarked, "After meeting with him during the confirmation process, I know Secretary Hegseth appreciates the importance of Alabama to our national defense. Whether it is Fort Novosel, Redstone Arsenal, Anniston Army Depot, Maxwell Air Force Base, or Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, I look forward to working with Secretary Hegseth to maximize the roles our great state’s installations, capabilities, and synergies play in supporting our men and women in uniform and protecting our nation long into the future."