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Immigration Bill Passes Pentagon Hires Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter.

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The Trump administration has hired Elias Irizarry, a man convicted for his participation in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, to serve in a sensitive policy role at the Pentagon.

The Position: Irizarry has been appointed as a special assistant within the Defense Department's Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict office.

The Responsibilities: This specific section manages highly classified military operations, including irregular warfare, counterterrorism, hostage rescue, and embassy security. The position typically requires a top-secret security clearance

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