Increase Defense Spending or Face Consequences, Hegseth Advises NATO

(AFP) – U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth voiced his criticisms again on Saturday regarding NATO and European allies. He emphasized that nations failing to adequately increase their defense spending “will face clear changes in the way they do business.” Last year, NATO members committed to upping their defense budgets to 5% of GDP, but many […]
Pete Hegseth states that the US is prepared to resume attacks on Iran if a deal is not achieved

On Saturday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the U.S. is ready to resume military actions against Iran if ongoing negotiations fail to resolve key differences between Washington and Tehran. While in Singapore, he remarked, “We have plenty of capacity to reopen if necessary,” reinforcing the idea that the U.S. stockpiles are well-suited for such […]
Hegseth discusses a historic defense budget with the biggest military pay increase in years

Historic Investments in U.S. Military Announced by Army Secretary Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth has unveiled significant investments to enhance America’s military capabilities, reform the Department of Defense’s approach, and reinvigorate the defense manufacturing landscape. During a recent announcement, Hegseth underscored a proposed $1.5 trillion military budget for fiscal year 2027, with $90 billion […]
Senator Tillis criticizes Hegseth: Compares ‘Kristi Noem to a five-star recruit’

Senator Tillis Critiques Army Secretary Hegseth’s Advice on Iran In a recent interview, Republican Senator Thom Tillis expressed sharp criticism of Army Secretary Pete Hegseth for his guidance to President Trump regarding Iran. He stated that Hegseth’s advice has not only been poor but has made former cabinet member Kristi Noem seem like a standout […]
Hegseth encourages West Point graduates to follow God’s calling at their graduation ceremony.

Reflections on West Point’s Graduation Ceremony This Saturday morning, I found myself watching the rain fall over the military academy as a new class of cadets took their steps across Mitchie Stadium towards the Long Gray Line. It was a scene that stirred up some old memories for me. I graduated from West Point back […]
Hegseth delivers speech at West Point graduation

The Army Department announced that Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth will give the opening address at the U.S. Military Academy’s graduation ceremony in West Point, New York, this Saturday. It’s important to note that this will be Hegseth’s first official visit to the Academy, even though he didn’t attend as a cadet; he graduated […]
Army achieves its 2026 recruitment targets four months ahead of schedule, Hegseth announces

Army Exceeds Recruitment Goals Ahead of Schedule During a commencement address at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth announced that the Army has met its recruitment target for 2026—four months before the deadline. “Recruitment is increasing across the joint force, and I’m glad to tell […]
Pete Hegseth Supports Thomas Massie’s Opponent Ed Gallrein: ‘Trump Needs More Support’

Army Secretary Supports Congressional Candidate in Kentucky Army Secretary Pete Hegseth stepped away from his formal commitments to appear alongside Ed Gullane, a Congressional candidate from Kentucky, during a campaign event on Monday. This rally took place just ahead of Tuesday’s primary election, where Gullane is challenging incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.). Gullane, considered a […]
Hegseth supports Trump-endorsed Navy SEAL veteran opposing Massie in Kentucky

Primary Challenge in Kentucky Stirs Controversy Hebron, Kentucky – Republican candidate Ed Galine, who has the backing of former President Donald Trump, is contesting state Rep. Thomas Massie for the Republican nomination as the Kentucky primary approaches. Galine, a former Navy SEAL and farmer, joined Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on the campaign trail the day […]
Pete Hegseth to Address Event with Massie’s Opponent One Day Before Key Primary

Hegseth to Speak at Kentucky Event Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth is set to address an event on Monday, joining candidates who are vying to challenge Republican Representative Thomas Massey in Tuesday’s primary. America First Works (AFW) made an announcement over the weekend that Hegseth, along with former Navy SEAL Ed Gullane, will participate […]