Shapiro Criticizes Defense Secretary Hegseth as ‘Wildly Incompetent’

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has delivered a scathing critique of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, labeling him “wildly incompetent” and comparing his approach to that of “an eight-year-old playing with toy soldiers.” The governor similarly accused Hegseth of using offensive language.

Shapiro’s remarks, reported across multiple platforms including Facebook [1], Instagram [2], and Threads [4], represent a sharp attack on the defense secretary. A Facebook post from Really American [3] highlighted the governor’s strong condemnation.

The governor’s criticism extends to Hegseth’s language, which Shapiro claims lacks respect for individuals in the region and disrespects American soldiers. The comments from Shapiro, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party and a potential 2028 presidential contender, mark one of the most direct and forceful criticisms of Hegseth’s capabilities as defense secretary to date.