Every one of Hegseth’s predecessors emphasized unity and a diverse military as key to national progress and defense.

The secretary of defense has been accused of alcohol abuse and various forms of misconduct — allegations he has denied.

On his first day as defense secretary, Hegseth called Fort Liberty and Fort Moore by their former names, which belonged to ...

With his confirmation at stake, Pete Hegseth is working the phones ahead of a Senate vote to shore up support to become the ...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the Department of Defense would be following President Trump's orders ...

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

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 ...

The 44-year-old veteran and former Fox News host was sworn into office Saturday after facing allegations of sexual misconduct ...

Vice President Vance cast a tie-breaking vote as Hegseth overcame allegations of sexual assault, public drunkenness and ...

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