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Hegseth emphasized that every dollar spent by the DoD should be accounted for, advocating for an overhaul of existing financial practices within the department. He stated, “We need to know when we spend dollars where they’re going and why.” This sentiment resonates with many who question the efficiency of military expenditures, leading to calls for greater financial transparency.
The notion of conducting an internal audit at the Pentagon has also been prominently discussed. Currently, the DoD has been unable to pass an audit—a worrying trend that has led to skepticism regarding the management of vast resources. The staggering amounts of unaccounted taxpayer dollars raise alarms among fiscal conservatives and those advocating for reform.