F. Edward Hebert

Congressional Report Finds 1,400 Retired Military Officers Employed by Top Defense Contractors

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The House Armed Services Special Investigations Subcommittee, led by Rep. F. Edward Hebert (D-La.), released a shocking report documenting the extent of the defense industry revolving door. After questioning 75 witnesses over 25 days in mid-1959, the subcommittee found that more than 1,400 retired …

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