Who is Pete Hegseth? The new Pentagon chief under Donald Trump
January 25, 2025
US Senate confirmed US President Trump’s nominee Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense after a tie-breaking vote by Vice president Vance. Hegseth, known for his conservative commentary on Fox News, was almost jeopardized by misconduct allegations. He is praised by Trump and has extensive military service, influencing his views on national security.
