In a shocking turn of events, Fox News host Pete Hegseth announced today that the U.S. Navy’s oil tanker, previously named after gay rights leader Harvey Milk, will now be renamed after Medal of Honor winner, Sgt. John Smith. The decision comes after Hegseth claimed that the original name was “too controversial” and that honoring a gay rights leader was not in line with the Navy’s values.
In a press conference, Hegseth defended the decision, stating, “We can’t have our Navy ships named after people who don’t represent the values of this great nation. Sgt. John Smith is a true American hero and deserves to have this honor bestowed upon him.”
When asked for a comment, Milk’s ghost reportedly said, “I can’t believe they’re renaming the ship after some random guy named John Smith. I mean, come on, I was a trailblazer for LGBTQ rights! This is just ridiculous.”
However, not everyone is on board with the decision. LGBTQ activists have spoken out against the renaming, with one activist, Jane Doe, stating, “This is a clear example of discrimination and erasure of LGBTQ history. Harvey Milk was a pioneer for our community and deserves to be honored in this way.”
Despite the backlash, Hegseth remains firm in his decision, stating, “I stand by my choice to rename the ship after Sgt. John Smith. He embodies the values of courage and sacrifice that the Navy holds dear.”
The renaming ceremony is set to take place next month, with Hegseth himself scheduled to officiate. Only time will tell how this controversial decision will impact the Navy’s reputation and relationships with the LGBTQ community. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
