Pulp Fiction or Bible? Pete Hegseth’s Malta Mix-Up

Standing on the sun-kissed streets of Valletta, one might expect to hear the clatter of horse-drawn carriages or the hum of local chatter. But last week, the UNESCO Heritage City echoed with an unexpected sound – the bewildered voice of American TV personality Pete Hegseth, who seemed to have confused a classic film for the Good Book.

Malta’s Biblical Roots

Malta, a tiny island nation in the Mediterranean, is no stranger to biblical tales. St. Paul was shipwrecked here in 60 AD, and his grotto in Rabat is a popular pilgrimage site. So, when Fox News’ Pete Hegseth started discussing the Bible on air, ears perked up. But what followed was a head-scratching moment that had locals and viewers alike raising eyebrows.

Pulp Fiction or Holy Scripture?

In a segment discussing the Ten Commandments, Hegseth confidently stated, “The Ten Commandments are in the Bible, right? ‘Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy Pulp in vain.'” You read that right. Pulp. As in, Quentin Tarantino’s iconic 1994 film, ‘Pulp Fiction’.

Social media erupted with reactions, with many Malta-based users sharing their amusement. “I’ve heard Maltese English is unique, but this takes the cake!” laughed @MaltaMaven on Twitter. The clip quickly went viral, racking up views and laughs worldwide.

Fox News’ Response

Fox News was quick to address the gaffe, with a spokesperson stating, “We regret the error and apologize for any confusion caused.” Hegseth himself took it in stride, tweeting, “Well, at least I’m not boring!” with a laughing emoji.

In a twist of fate, Hegseth’s slip-up has drawn attention to Malta’s biblical history. The Malta Tourism Authority even joked, “We’re not sure if this is a ‘Pulp’ promotion or a divine intervention, but we’re loving the attention!”

So, the next time you’re strolling through the ancient streets of Mdina or exploring the catacombs of Rabat, remember – in Malta, the line between Hollywood and the Holy Book can sometimes get a little blurry.