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Ted Cruz, John Cornyn back Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid criticism for Signal chats
Texas’ Republican U.S. senators are standing by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid criticism over his use of the messaging ...
Jennifer Hegseth holds unorthodox role shaping Pentagon affairs
Her activities have included coordinating her husband’s media appearances and meeting with job candidates, say people ...
Pete Hegseth’s ‘Month from Hell’
Donald Trump is showing no sign of being ready to dump Hegseth, despite the rumors circulating in Washington that he’s ...
Hegseth makes unannounced trip to border amid scrutiny in Washington
Plus,Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in at least two separate meetings accused top-ranking military officers of leaking to the ...
Pete Hegseth wants a new name for Defense Department: War Department. Why it matters.
After World Wars I and II, war got a bad name. U.S. leaders recast military might as a way to prevent war. Hegseth thinks ...
Hegseth backs admiral for Middle East post, passing over Army general
If President Donald Trump follows through on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s recommendation, he will nominate Vice Adm. Brad ...
Hegseth's New 'No More Walking on Eggshells' Pentagon Policy: What To Know
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has looked to enact a number of reforms during his early days as head of the Pentagon.
Fired Pentagon official: Hegseth focused on ‘weird details’ after Signal scandal
Colin Carroll, a former Pentagon official who was fired amid leaks at the Defense Department, said Defense Secretary Pete ...
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100 days in, Hegseth touts record, dismisses critics in fiery address
Former top aides to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are criticizing his leadership amid new allegations that Hegseth mishandled sensitive military information. (Video: JM Rieger/The Washington ...