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, […]
Newsom taunts Hegseth and Trump for their ‘job well done’ message about the National Guard
California Governor Newsom Responds to Tensions with Trump Administration On Sunday, California Governor Gavin Newsom found humor in a post on Social Platform X, as tensions escalated between his administration and the Trump administration regarding protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This response came after a post from Hegses on X that included screenshots […]
Pete Hegseth explains why military recruitment has increased during Trump’s presidency
During a live segment from Normandy, France, on “Fox & Friends,” Defense Secretary Pete Hegses marked the 81st anniversary of D-Day. He reflected on both its historical significance and the future, as allied forces made a pivotal landing that influenced the course of World War II. Amid the observance of bravery shown by World War […]
Defense Secretary Hegseth states that patriotism is fueling an increase in military recruitment.
Commemoration of D-Day’s 81st Anniversary In a live event from Normandy, France, “Fox & Friends” honored the 81st anniversary of D-Day while reflecting on both past sacrifices and future aspirations. As the nation recognized the remarkable courage shown by World War II veterans, Pete Hegseth pointed out a rising wave of patriotism among younger Americans. […]
Retired Navy admiral speaks out against Hegseth regarding the renaming of the Harvey Milk ship
Name Change Controversy Surrounding USNS Harvey Milk Retired Admiral James Stavridis expressed his disagreement with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to erase the name of the USNS Harvey Milk, a vessel memorializing the late gay rights advocate Harvey Milk. Milk, a former military member, gained recognition as a political figure in California and was a […]
Hegseth might be responsible for hundreds of millions related to a Qatari jet, according to Raskin.
A leading Democrat from the House Judiciary Committee has cautioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegses that he could be held responsible for potentially huge sums—hundreds of millions—after accepting an impressive jet from the government of Qatar. In a letter sent on Wednesday, Representative Jamie Ruskin (D-Md.) asserted that Hegses had officially accepted the Boeing 747 jet […]