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Hegseth Drafts ‘Franklin the Turtle,’ Turning Caribbean Boat Strikes Debate Into a Farce

A parody of the children’s book character ignites a firestorm online, muddying a serious debate over the military strikes.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, December 2, 2025.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, December 2, 2025. AP/Julia Demaree Nikhinson
DEAN KARAYANIS

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