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Shortly after, Pope Leo XIV posted on social media denouncing those who "manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic, and political gain." CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.
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Pete Hegseth Quotes Violent Prayer From ‘Pulp Fiction,' References Bible ForbesPete Hegseth quotes the Bible… but uses Pulp Fiction version The TimesHegseth's Pentagon prayer mirrors fake bible verse from Pulp Fiction The GuardianHegseth Borrows Violent Prayer from ‘Pulp Fiction' to Bless Iran War at April Pentagon Worship Service A Public WitnessPete Hegseth Is Now Opening With Quentin Tarantino Mother Jones
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**Summary:** Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, made controversial remarks at a Pentagon briefing by quoting a Bible verse from Pulp Fiction and criticizing the media for manipulating religion. **Why It Matters:** This incident highlights the tension between religious rhetoric and political discourse in the United States, particularly within the context of international
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