Hegseth has a history of supporting controversial policies, including using the US military to put down domestic riots, ...

With President Trump at the helm and Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, Americans now believe that military force will be ...

“Is Pete Hegseth truly the best we have to offer ... Hegseth's comments that women should have no role in military combat drew particular concern, including from lawmakers who themselves ...

The U.S. defense secretary faced questions about his views on female soldiers at his confirmation hearing in mid-January 2025.

The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth late Friday, swatting back questions about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon.

WASHINGTON — The Senate voted Thursday to advance Pete Hegseth's nomination ... that women should not serve in combat roles. In his confirmation hearing, Hegseth walked those comments back ...

Pete Hegseth's nomination once appeared on shaky ground amid allegations that included sexual misconduct and financial ...

Hegseth pledged to rebuild the military, deter aggression, and ensure U.S. global military dominance. His confirmation faced bipartisan concerns over his qualifications, behavior, and stance on women ...

A Princeton and Harvard-educated former combat veteran, Hegseth went on to make a career at Fox News, where he hosted a weekend show. Trump tapped him as the defense secretary to lead an organization ...