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Pete Hegseth
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- 1New alarm over US soldiers' mental health as Iran war drags on▼NEW ALARM over mental health of U.S. soldiers as Iran war drags on and Hegseth restricts the press
Concerns are growing over the mental health of U.S. troops as the conflict with Iran continues with no clear end. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's restrictions on press coverage are drawing criticism, with commentators arguing that limited reporting is making it harder to assess the true toll the prolonged war is taking on service members.
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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism over controversial remarks about the military. Commentators and political figures are debating his comments, with critics questioning his judgment and supporters defending his position. The controversy has drawn significant attention on social media, adding to ongoing scrutiny of his leadership at the Pentagon.
- 3Hegseth Holds Trump's Backing as Congressional Support Fades▼Hegseth Is Trump’s Untouchable Warrior—But His Support in Congress Is Slipping
Pete Hegseth continues to enjoy firm backing from President Trump, who has stood by him through repeated controversies, but the Wall Street Journal reports that his support among members of Congress is slipping. The report highlights a growing gap between the White House's loyalty to the Defense Secretary and lawmakers' increasing skepticism, raising questions about his political standing.