United States Secretary of Defense
United States Secretary of Defense (2025–)
| Born | 1980-06-06 · Minneapolis |
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| Party | Republican |
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| Education | Princeton University (BA) Harvard University (MPP) |
| Military service | United States Army, Army National Guard · 2003–20062010–20142019–2021 · Major · 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, Minnesota Army National Guard, District of Columbia Army National Guard · Iraq War, War in Afghanistan |
| Awards | Bronze Star, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge |
Portrait: U.S. Department of Defense · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
What this person said on the record, as reported, newest first.
Bloomberg Television’s Balance of Power discusses the latest developments on Capitol Hill, including Hegseth’s view that Massie’s bid hurts troops and leadership questions facing both parties after the midterms.
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Bloomberg Television
After a Republican congressman launched an effort to impeach him, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defended his record. BBC correspondent Gary O’Donoghue breaks down his response.
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BBC News
Hegseth said the effort to impeach him over the Iran war was “not patriotism” but “sabotage.”
TTRT World
On Tuesday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said an outgoing Republican congressman’s effort to impeach him was nothing more than a “political spectacle.”
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NBC News
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed Thomas Massie’s impeachment effort as a “political spectacle” and “stunt,” accusing the Republican of seeking a “show trial.” Massie’s articles accuse Hegseth of waging war without congressional authorization and abusing his powers; the House is expected to take up the resolution.
TThe Guardian
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie filed articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran conflict and other military actions. Hegseth dismissed the effort as a “farce” and “stunt,” and called Massie a “disgruntled” congressman.
NNBC News
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who faces possible impeachment by Congress, urged troops in a social media video to “ignore the noise.” He said the Trump administration was more determined than ever to finish what it had started.
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CNN
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged an impeachment threat in a social media video released Thursday. He said it would amount to “the politics of personal destruction” and insisted it would not work against him.
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The Associated Press
VOA’s daily news roundup says War Secretary Hegseth proposed a US-ASEAN defense cooperation framework. It also reports that the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire had held for 30 hours without violations, Israel’s election count remained close, and the US Air Force’s ARRW hypersonic missile entered mass production.
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VOA Chinese
At annual defense talks in the Philippines, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pledged continued cooperation with Southeast Asian nations and said the United States would defend its own interests and those of its allies in the Pacific.
TThe Associated Press
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering a 2028 presidential campaign, according to sources. Two people familiar with the situation said Hegseth and his wife, Jennifer, have discussed the possibility for months and believe he shares some qualities that have helped make Donald Trump popular with the MAGA movement.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-28 22:44
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is weighing a 2028 presidential bid, according to sources who spoke to NBC News. Two people familiar with the matter said Hegseth and his wife, Jennifer, have discussed the possibility for months, believing he shares some qualities that have made Donald Trump popular with the MAGA movement.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-28 22:34
A Pentagon review of U.S. troop deployments in Europe will develop at least four options for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth by Nov. 6, according to a document seen by Reuters. That date is well ahead of the review’s December completion deadline.
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ReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-27 05:10
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth upgraded the valor awards for U.S. service members who served at Abbey Gate, honoring those who died.
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Fox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-27 05:00
Democratic senator Jon Ossoff attacked Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying they had “lied the nation into a war” over Iran. Speaking at a rally in midtown Atlanta, Ossoff, who is seeking re-election in Georgia in November, called Trump’s handling of the war “uniquely despicable.”
GGuardian NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-17 16:59
The U.S. Department of War posted video on X on the 13th showing an aerial flyover and military demonstration for the PANAMAX exercise. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth attended, after taking part in jungle warfare training the previous day. His Panama trip also includes a speech at the Americas Alliance Against Criminal Groups forum.
VVOA ChineseOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-13 21:06
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth cautioned that the International Criminal Court could investigate American strikes on boats in Latin America. He vowed that the United States would continue its campaign against drug cartels. Hegseth also said Colombia had joined a regional military coalition. His remarks link the ongoing anti-cartel campaign with the possibility of scrutiny by an international court.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 21:52
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is speaking in Panama City. He is addressing the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition conference. The appearance places the U.S. defense chief at a regional gathering focused on counter-cartel cooperation. The event is being covered live.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 18:22
On August 10, Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina was formally renamed Joint Base Lindsey Graham. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth attended the ceremony marking the change. Speaking about Graham, Hegseth said that the name would be remembered around the world. The event centered on honoring the late senator through the military installation’s new designation.
VVOA ChineseOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 18:56
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called on Congress to approve a sharp increase in the Pentagon’s budget. He made the appeal during a Monday ceremony marking the renaming of a military base for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. The budget push was presented alongside the tribute to Graham. The event combined a military naming ceremony with a request for greater defense spending.
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