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Robert Harward: Five things retired lieutenant general sparked controversy over “wearing a mask” after TV appearance

Retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward provides expert analysis US-Iran confrontation Fox News, but his appearance sparked discussion about him wearing a mask. During his appearance on the show, Harward advised the president Donald Trump He has time and is using blockades and sanctions to pressure Iran.

Robert Harward’s appearance on television sparked discussion about his mask wearing. (LinkedIn/Robert Harward)

“Former Central Command deputy commander and retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward analyzed the Iran standoff, claiming President Donald Trump had control of the situation and had time to exploit sanctions on Iran. Harward said this strategy is forcing Iran to surrender, not just negotiate. He highlighted the regime’s internal discord and global economic pressure on Iran, including the ongoing Hajj,” Fox News said of Harward’s appearance on the show.

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However, a video of the clip went viral for a completely different reason. Many believe the man identified as Harward was wearing a mask during the live broadcast.

“Remember that viral video? Jim Carrey Walking around and everyone says he looks like he’s wearing a mask? … Retired Navy SEAL and former Central Command deputy commander Lt. Gen. Robert Harward just appeared on Fox News with a neck/facial situation that gave the exact same vibe,” one wrote.

Another netizen added, “One month apart, what’s wrong with the ears…Who is this man wearing a mask on the right, um, why…” and shared two photos.

There is also one tagged Fox News and wrote “I don’t know how to send you a direct message, someone sent me this – who is under the mask/why? Retired Lieutenant General Robert Harward okay?!?”.

For those interested in Robert Harward, here’s what you need to know about him.

Robert Harward: Five things to know about retired lieutenant general

  1. Harward is from Hendersonville, Tennessee. The former U.S. Navy SEAL also served as deputy commander of U.S. Central Command under Gen. James Mattis.
  2. According to Harward’s LinkedIn profile, he earned a bachelor’s degree in applied science from the U.S. Naval Academy.
  3. He spent about eight years with Lockheed Martin as its CEO in the United Arab Emirates.
  4. Currently, Harward is Executive Vice President of Shield AI, an American aerospace and defense technology company located in San Diego, California.
  5. As early as 2017, Harward was selected by Trump as the U.S. national security adviser. He spent his teenage years in pre-revolutionary Iran, where Harward’s father was a naval captain advising the Iranian military.
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