What we learned about Pete Hegseth in nearly five hours of questions
Pete Hegseth looked great. That square jaw remained at a constant determined jut. President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Defense Department and its 3 million troops and civilians walked into the Capitol Hill hearing room along with the wife he described as “beautiful” and “humble,
Pete Hegseth Dresses for Defense
The nominee for Secretary of Defense wore his patriotism on his sleeve during his confirmation hearing — and his belt, his socks, and his pocket square.
Opinion
I'm more qualified than Pete Hegseth for defense secretary. You might be, too. | Opinion
In fact, if I were to walk into the Pentagon today, about 80% of the men and women in that building would be more qualified than I am to be the SECDEF. For Hegseth, the number is closer to 100%. In fact, there about 300,000 current active-duty soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen who are more qualified than Hegseth.
The questions Pete Hegseth wouldn’t answer
Hegseth awkwardly skirted giving firm answers on topics related to his personal baggage and what he would do as defense secretary.
Don’t know what ASEAN is? Neither did Pete Hegseth. Why this Asian bloc is important.
The 10-nation bloc, known as ASEAN, has been useful for the United States in countering China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific. Many member nations have territorial disputes with China, which has become increasingly assertive in pressing those claims.
Hegseth’s defense: Deny, blame and shrug
How many senators have shown up drunk to vote at night?” one Republican senator asked in support of the Pentagon chief pick.
Key takeaways from Pete Hegseth’s fiery confirmation hearing
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, has publicly faced senators for the first time.
Highlights From the Hearing Where Republicans Embraced Hegseth’s Bid to Lead the Pentagon
Democrats repeatedly called Pete Hegseth unfit to be secretary of defense, but Republicans on the Senate Armed Services ...
Hegseth hits back at misconduct allegations in contentious hearing
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, faced tough questions from senators during ...
Hollywood Life3d
Is Pete Hegseth Married? Meet His Current Wife & Ex-Wives
Pete Hegseth is accustomed to life in the public eye, but lately, he has faced criticism over his past. In late 2024, The New York Times published an old email from Hegseth’s mother, Penelope ...
OK! Magazine on MSN2d
Pete Hegseth Defended by Republican Senator in Back-and-Forth With Kaitlan Collins: 'You're Able to Still Drink on the Job - Don't Tell Me That Pete Can't'
Pete Hegseth Defended by Republican Senator in Back-and-Forth With Kaitlan Collins: 'You're Able to Still Drink on the Job - Don't Tell Me That Pete Can't' ...
Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing: What to know, how to watch
Hegseth will be the first nominee of President-elect Donald Trump's second administration to face the Senate. Here's what to ...
Hollywood Life3d
Who Is Pete Hegseth’s Mom? All About His Mother Penelope
Pete Hegseth and his family made headlines after an old email between the TV personality and his mother was published by The New York Times at the end of 2024. The message surfaced in the wake of ...
Fox News1mon
Pete Hegseth says he hasn't heard from West Point since employee 'error' denying his acceptance
FIRST ON FOX: It has been nearly a week since the United States Military Academy West Point admitted an error was made when an employee said Pete Hegseth's ...