Once upon a time, being involved in the number of scandals Pete Hegseth has been a part of during his six months as defense ...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s office has rejected the Pentagon watchdog’s investigation of his actions in sending ...

The attack on the Defense Department inspector general appeared intended to undermine the inquiry’s legitimacy even before its findings are made public.

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During his remarks in a Senate hearing in January, Senator Mark Kelly grilled Pete Hegseth over his qualifications to be Secretary of Defense. Hegseth dismissed Kelly's concerns as "anonymous smears." ...

During his remarks at a Turning Point event today, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth scolded NATO allies over defense spending. Hegseth stated, "The era of freeloading off of America is also over." ...

President Trump referred to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth as Secretary of War. Here's what that means.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked Navy Rear Adm. Michael Donnelly’s promotion to vice admiral and assignment to command the 7th Fleet, despite his recent Senate confirmation. Donnelly ...

In a video released to social media, Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth announced new actions to end some restrictions on U.S. drones.

Mike Pence defended Pete Hegseth after Thom Tillis said he wouldn't vote for the Pentagon chief's confirmation again due to his lackluster management ability.