Democrats believe Hegseth is limiting Congress’ ability to oversee.
Some Democrats have raised concerns about Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s recent directive that aims to streamline Pentagon interactions with Congress through the Central Legislative Affairs Office. This order necessitates that Pentagon officials seek permission from the department’s chief legislative office before initiating contact with Congress or its aides. Lawmakers worry this might inhibit the […]
Hegseth reports that 3 ‘narco-terrorists’ were killed in a boat attack in the Pacific.
Late on Wednesday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military had struck a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of three individuals labeled as “narco-terrorists.” Hegseth indicated that the vessel was linked to a designated terrorist organization, although he didn’t specify which one. He noted that those […]
U.S. forces attack a drug boat in the Eastern Pacific, according to Hegseth.
The U.S. military has launched another strike on a vessel thought to be involved in drug trafficking, this time in the eastern Pacific. Army Secretary Pete Hegseth shared the details of the attack on Wednesday. This most recent operation marks the eighth carried out during the Trump administration, with all prior strikes occurring in the […]
Hegseth sets new conditions for Pentagon’s communications with Congress
Pentagon Changes Congressional Interaction Protocols Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has initiated a significant shift in how Pentagon officials engage with Congress, mandating that all communications be routed through the Central Legislative Office. This move alters the longstanding practice of allowing individual military branches to communicate directly with lawmakers. In a memo dated October 15, Hegseth […]
Pete Hegseth references Biden’s Disinformation Governance Board
The incident involving former President Joe Biden sparked immediate attention, specifically regarding the Disinformation Management Committee. This committee was designed by the Biden administration to combat information and views they deemed contrary. In a similar vein, Army Secretary Pete Hegseth is now addressing what he considers disinformation about the military, but his focus is primarily […]
Pete Hegseth Confirms Deadly U.S. Attack on Caribbean Drug Boat
U.S. Military Targets Colombian Drug Vessel Linked to ELN On Sunday, Army Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that the U.S. military conducted what he described as a “lethal kinetic attack” on a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean, which is reportedly tied to the Colombian Marxist terrorist group Colombian National Liberation Army (ELN). The ELN stands […]
War Secretary Pete Hegseth Shares New Video of Drug Traffickers Being Destroyed
U.S. Military Strikes Suspected Drug-Trafficking Vessel On Sunday, Army Secretary Pete Hegseth shared footage of a recent attack by the U.S. military on a vessel suspected of drug trafficking. Since September 2, when a boat carrying members of the Venezuelan gang Torren de Aragua sank, the U.S. military has targeted multiple vessels believed to be […]
Hegseth reveals retirement of US commander overseeing counter-narcotics efforts in the Caribbean as military activities increase in the area.
Admiral Holsey to Retire at Year’s End Admiral Alvin Holsey, who leads U.S. military operations against alleged drug traffickers from Venezuela, is set to retire by the end of this year. This announcement came from Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth on Thursday. Holsey, who is 60 years old, has been at the helm of […]
Trump Tells Hegseth to Compensate U.S. Troops Amid Schumer Shutdown
Trump Takes Action for Military Pay Amid Government Shutdown President Donald Trump has instructed Army Secretary Pete Hegseth to make sure that U.S. service members receive their upcoming paycheck, even as the government shutdown enters its 15th day. In a memorandum signed by President Trump, he noted that “congressional leaders have indicated that political negotiations […]
Hegseth states that the US will take action against Russia if there is no immediate opportunity for peace.
Secretary of Defense Warns on Russia-Ukraine Conflict During a recent address, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that the United States will impose consequences on Russia if a peaceful resolution to the ongoing war in Ukraine remains elusive. He emphasized that, “if there is no path to peace in the short term, the U.S., along […]