Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Stumbles Over U.S. Motto During Speech to Troops

Hegseth struggled to recite 'E pluribus unum' while addressing U.S. military personnel in Germany, highlighting his push to reverse diversity initiatives.

• Pete Hegseth, U.S. Defense Secretary, faltered while attempting to say 'E pluribus unum,' the Latin phrase meaning 'Out of many, one,' during a speech in Stuttgart, Germany.
• The incident occurred as Hegseth discussed the Trump administration's policies, including the rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in government institutions.
• Hegseth emphasized a return to 'basic principles' and pledged to treat all service members equally, regardless of race, gender, or background.
• The speech drew attention to the administration's controversial actions, including renaming Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg, honoring a Confederate general known for owning enslaved people.
• The phrase 'E pluribus unum' was the United States' national motto before being replaced by 'In God We Trust' in 1956.

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