Pete Hegseth is the U.S. secretary of defense who began serving in 2025 during the second administration of Pres. Donald Trump. He is known for being a polarizing figure, with questions raised about whether he has sufficient experience to manage the large Department of Defense. Hegseth previously served in the U.S. Army, worked as a Fox News pundit, and led two veterans’ organizations. He has also written books about his views on the military and its culture.
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