Fear, loathing and lie detectors - Hegseth's Pentagon descends into "chaos"

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  Donald Trump's controversial selection to lead the Pentagon is under increasing pressure.

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  a number of senior officials removed, and what some have described as a culture of uncertainty.

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  chaos and fear being fostered.

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