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Pete Hegseth June 10

Hegseth defends National Guard LA deployments, says ICE agents must be protected

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth forcefully defended the deployment of National Guard troops and U.S. Marines to Los Angeles during a hearing on Tuesday.

Fox News Flash June 7

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reveals why military recruitment has soared under Trump

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlights historic military recruitment numbers, with the Army alone reaching 61,000 recruits for fiscal year 2025, driven by renewed patriotism.

Opinion June 5

DAVID MARCUS: Why Navy ships should not be named for gay rights icons

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to rename the USNS Harvey Milk at the start of Pride month, arguing that warships should not be named after individuals celebrated primarily for their sexuality.

Secretary of Defense June 4

Trump nominates seasoned military leaders to head vital global commands

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Trump's nomination of two military officials to lead key commands for CENTCOM in Florida and AFRICOM in Germany.

Border security June 2

New voluntary deployment lets DOD civilian workers back Homeland Security efforts amid immigration crackdown

Pentagon authorizes civilian employees to volunteer at the southern border, aiding Homeland Security in national security goals amid immigration crackdown.

Navy May 30

Navy halts dog and cat experiments; PETA writes Hegseth about US taxpayer-funded animal tests

PETA called for a comprehensive audit to eliminate waste and abuse in military animal testing, highlighting cruel experiments on pigs and rats.

MILITARY May 28

Pentagon eyes 50% reduction in permanent changes of station as military families brace for moving high season

The Pentagon is ordering sweeping cuts to PCS moves in a bid to save $2.5B and ease burdens on military families facing burnout and instability.

Opinion May 28

US military vulnerabilities threaten Trump's 'peace-through-strength' strategy

President Trump advances his 'peace-through-strength' strategy, addressing military vulnerabilities and budget challenges in the Middle East and Asia.

Opinion May 21

SECRETARY OF THE ARMY DAN DRISCOLL: Army unveils modernization plan because, ‘No lobbyist ever won a war'

If the Army is going to be ready for the next war, the Trump modernization plan is essential. It aims to cut bureaucracy, enhance innovation and embrace new tech.

Pete Hegseth May 20

Trump, Hegseth announce 'Golden Dome,' a ‘game changer’ to protect American homeland

President Donald Trump announced construction will begin soon on a "Golden Dome," a new missile defense system to protect the US from foreign attacks.

VIDEO May 20

Trump announces 'Golden Dome' missile shield, praises 'supertechnology' defense

President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announce a 'Golden Dome' missile shield and answer reporters' questions about the 'supertechnology' system from the Oval Office.