“A lot of the people appointed to them are seeking government business – specifically seeking business with the agency they're serving”

The Guardian · Aug 10 · Hegseth's Pentagon picks linked to Trump Jr venture fund in defense contracts

“So you worry: are some of these people here to raid the cupboards and learn as much as they can to give a competitive advantage to their employer or clients? Or are they trying to push contracts in a way that would benefit an employer or client.”

The Guardian · Aug 10 · Hegseth's Pentagon picks linked to Trump Jr venture fund in defense contracts