Baldwin ‘disappointed’ that Hegseth prioritized renaming the USNS Harvey Milk instead of addressing global threats
Sen. Baldwin Questions Defense Secretary on Navy Vessel Name Change Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) expressed her disappointment during a Senate Budget Defense Subcommittee hearing on Wednesday regarding the timing of a decision made by the Secretary of Defense. This decision involved renaming the Navy vessel named after Harvey Milk during Pride Month. Baldwin highlighted the […]
“Insincere Attack”: Pete Hegseth Responds to Pete Aguilar’s Claims of His Mistreatment of Troops in LA
Defense Secretary Responds to Allegations of Neglect at Troop Deployment On Tuesday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed criticisms from Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, concerning the treatment of troops assigned to manage the unrest in Los Angeles. Aguilar claimed in a House Budget Committee meeting that National Guard members and Marines were compelled to […]
Leading House Democrat urges Hegseth on shipbuilding strategy
Congressional Hearing on Shipbuilding Delays During a recent hearing of the Housing Budget Committee, Rep. Rosa DeLauro, a Democrat from Connecticut, challenged Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth regarding persistent delays in shipbuilding. The discussion highlighted the stark contrast between U.S. and China’s shipbuilding capabilities, with estimates suggesting China’s output is 230 times greater. DeLauro expressed […]
Pete Hegseth Confronts Betty McCollum, Who Quickly Shifts the Topic
Defense Secretary’s Remarks on National Guard Deployment During a recent exchange, Defense Secretary Pete Hegses addressed Minnesota Rep. Betty McCollum after she criticized President Donald Trump regarding his handling of a National Guard and US Marines deployment, particularly in Los Angeles. McCollum highlighted Trump’s decision as “premature” and an escalation of tensions, pushing lawmakers to […]
Hegseth supports the deployment of troops in LA, claiming Trump is intervening where Newsom has not succeeded.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their handling of violent riots, suggesting they have not adequately protected ICE agents and local citizens. He claimed that former President Trump is remaining out of the limelight as he does his job, defending his administration’s actions. During […]
Pentagon reports Trump’s troop deployment for LA riots will cost $134 million as Democrats critique Hegseth during hearing
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon reported on Tuesday that President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles to curb riots has been ongoing for 60 days, costing an estimated $134 million. On Saturday, Trump took command of California’s National Guard, sending 4,100 troops to address ongoing violent protests against immigration enforcement. On […]
Rosa DeLauro Confronts Pete Hegseth During Hearing
Confrontation Over Submarine Production Plans On Tuesday, Rep. Rosa Delauro, a Democrat from Connecticut, vocally confronted Defense Secretary Pete Hegses during a discussion about the department’s submarine production plans. Delauro pressed Hegses to clarify the investment strategy aimed at boosting the construction of submarines in Connecticut. However, the Secretary of Defense appeared to struggle to […]
Note to Hegseth: Prevent the next ‘Macheteros’ from starting out
While the California Army National Guard manages protests related to immigration enforcement, the California Air National Guard confronts a noticeably greater risk. We should look back to January 12, 1981. On that day, Puerto Rican extremists attacked Carolina’s Munoz Marin International Airport, cutting through a fence and damaging $50 million worth of jets, which adjusts […]
Hegseth directs a unit of US Marines to suppress anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles
U.S. Marines Deployed to L.A. Amid Protests The Trump administration has sent about 700 Marines to Los Angeles to restore order following four days of riots led by anti-ethnic protesters. Initially, President Donald Trump had deployed a 2,000-strong National Guard contingent, but Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warned that additional military support would be provided […]
Hegseth applies a warrior mindset to media interactions
The Pentagon’s rapport with journalists is increasingly strained, particularly under Chief Pete Hegseth. His office has taken several steps aimed at controlling the flow of information within the Pentagon Press Corps. Hegseth’s tactics include relocating desks from established media organizations, restricting access to critical facilities, and limiting reporters’ movements inside the building. Making matters worse, […]