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To reinforce this, he cited a quote from Captain Kristen Gree, the Army's first female infantry officer, emphasizing that gender-neutral standards must uphold the integrity of all military positions.

Controversial Protests Amid Supporters

As the testimonies unfolded, Senator Cotton noted the presence of divergent opinions in the audience. While many were supportive of Mr. Hex, there were also critics—including protesters labeled by Cotton as part of "liberal critique." The senator took this opportunity to address some of the contentious allegations thrown at Hex during the proceedings.