Andrew WeinsteinYou’re going to hear a lot about Joe Kent, the administration’s top counterterrorism official, resigning in protest of the Iran War. You can agree with his stance on the conflict, but it’s important to remember his long record of associations with white supremacists, Proud Boys, and Nazi sympathizers. Support the position if you want — just don’t turn him into a hero.
Senator Murray Speaks Out Against Nomination of Radical, Unqualified Conspiracy Theorist Joe Kent Ahead of Confirmation Vote to Lead National Counterterrorism Center - Senator Patty Murray
***WATCH: Senator Murray’s remarks on Senate Floor*** Washington, D.C. —Today,U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, spoke out on the Senate floor against the nomination of Joe Kent to lead the National Counterterrorism Center. Senator Murray slammed Kent for his lack of experience and long history of promoting conspiracy theories […]