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Pete Hegseth

U.S. Defense Secretary · Defense Secretary — in 5 stories, 0 quotes on record.

Pentagon strips former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall of security clearance U.S. Defense Secretary · Politics · 6h ago

Previously revoked security clearance for Gen. Mark Milley, part of broader pattern cited in the story.

Trump deploys munitions crisis management amid reports of depleted weapons stockpiles Defense Secretary · Security · 6h ago

Confronted by Trump over weapon shortages; blamed Deputy Secretary Feinberg while advocating for Iran strikes.

Iran War's Hidden Price Tag: Billions in Fuel Costs Land on US Households US Defense Secretary · Politics · 7h ago

Told Congress the war has cost $37.5 billion to date and requested $67 billion more in emergency funding.

Trump, Hegseth clash at Camp David over Iran missile depletion Defense Secretary · Politics · 8h ago

Confronted by Trump during Camp David meeting over munitions shortage issues.

Trump cancels Iran strikes as US missile defense stocks critically depleted Defense Secretary · Security · 9h ago

Received final go-ahead order for strikes on Friday but was directed to stand down following Trump's decision on Saturday.