The new defense secretary’s goals run counter to the military’s apolitical tradition and efforts to build a force that ...

Pete Hegseth ordered America’s troops to “put America first” and “never back down” in a “message to the force” hours after ...

Pete Hegseth was sworn in as defense secretary Saturday morning, declaring it an “honor of a lifetime," and he promised to ...

Pete Hegseth has been sworn as the secretary of defense, taking the oath from Vice President JD Vance less than 12 hours ...

The Senate narrowly voted to confirm embattled Pete Hegseth as secretary of the Department of Defense, in a major win for ...

The newly sworn-in defense secretary outlined plans on Saturday to advance the president's defense priorities.

Pete Hegseth has vowed to bring his “warrior” ethos to the Pentagon. Democrats had assailed him as unfit for the job, and his ...

The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth late Friday, swatting back questions about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon.

Pete Hegseth's nomination once appeared on shaky ground amid allegations that included sexual misconduct and financial ...

Three Republicans voted with every Democrat against Trump’s controversial pick to lead the Pentagon, forcing Vance to step in ...

Just hours after his confirmation as defense secretary on Friday night, Pete Hegseth issued his “message to the force” in a ...

Mitch McConnell said he doesn't think Pete Hegseth has passed the test proving he is capable of helping the military stand up ...