But many also sounded exasperated that once again they were dealing with controversy sparked by Bradley’s boss, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. And after 10 months of turbulence under Hegseth’s leadership,

According to images and screenshots shared of the meeting, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's title was misspelled on his placard, reading "Ssecretary of War." Snopes readers shared an image of Hegseth seated behind the apparently misspelt placard and asked us to ascertain whether the error was real.

With claims flying that Pete Hegseth’s orders might have led to the commission of war crimes, President Trump sounded like he was putting some distance between himself and his defense secretary.

In the high-frequency churn of President Donald Trump’s first term, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s repeated missteps would have fueled guessing games about his imminent firing. In the second, he has maintained White House support — at least for now.

Mr Hegseth’s staying power breaks with the precedent of Mr Trump’s first term in office. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

When a scandal-plagued top official needs a public vote of confidence from a president, it’s usually a certain sign they’re headed for the exit.

Trump’s choice—canning Hegseth or letting him stay on—could affect civilian–military relations for decades to come, demoralizing countless officers and enlisted personnel while emboldening others to violate a variety of their oaths.

Donald Trump says on Meet the Press that he is sticking by Pete Hegseth, his embattled choice for defense secretary, even as allies suggest doubts.