Dems silent on candidate’s Nazi tattoo after criticizing Hegseth’s Christian tattoo
A notable Democrat, who has been vocal against Army Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Crusader symbol tattoo, has stayed silent regarding a progressive Senate candidate, Graham Platner, of Maine, who has a Nazi symbol tattooed on his chest. Senators Elizabeth Warren from Massachusetts and Tammy Duckworth of Illinois have both criticized Hegseth’s tattoos, which include the Cross […]
The reporter strongly opposes Hegseth’s new Pentagon restrictions
The journalism sector is pushing back against the new rules set by the Department of Defense about media access. These guidelines discourage journalists from moving around the Pentagon freely, wearing identification cards, and they imply that journalists shouldn’t be soliciting “criminal activity,” which might come across as revealing classified information. There’s been quite a reaction […]
Johnson confronts ABC regarding the government shutdown and Hegseth’s access to the press
House Speaker Mike Johnson Discusses Pentagon Press Access and Protests House Speaker Mike Johnson had a heated exchange with ABC News host Jonathan Karl on Sunday. The conversation revolved around Army Secretary Pete Hegseth’s new Pentagon reporting policy and Johnson’s comments about the “No Kings” protests occurring nationwide. Karl challenged Johnson, asking, “Do you understand […]
Republican senators concerned about Trump and Hegseth’s plans for a shutdown
Republican senators are expressing concerns regarding President Trump’s management of military paychecks for over 1 million personnel during the ongoing government shutdown. They are looking for clarity on how he is allocating funds to pursue political objectives. While GOP lawmakers are pleased that active-duty military and their families received their first paycheck after the shutdown […]
Hegseth’s plane makes an unexpected stop in the UK because of a cracked windshield after the NATO Defense Ministers meeting.
Emergency Landing of US Army Secretary’s Plane in the UK U.S. Army Secretary Pete Hegseth’s aircraft unexpectedly diverted for an emergency landing in the United Kingdom, following a crack in its windshield. The military jet, a Boeing C-32A—essentially a military adaptation of the Boeing 757—was returning from a NATO defense ministers meeting held in Brussels. […]
Hegseth’s call to get ready for battle is timely
Army’s New Mission: Prepare for Combat “From this moment on, the sole aim of the newly revived Department of the Army is combat,” Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth declared during a gathering of hundreds of U.S. generals and admirals at Quantico, Virginia, on September 30. He stressed the need to “prepare for war.” It’s […]
Hegseth’s warning to generals raises concerns about resignations
At a recent summit in Virginia, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a bold message labeled “My Road or Highway,” aimed at a crowd of generals and admirals. The surprise retirements of two senior military leaders followed soon after, leading to speculation, though the Pentagon insisted their decisions were unrelated to Hegseth’s ultimatum. “His speech openly […]
Ex-Army vice chief of staff worried about Hegseth’s comments on women
Concerns Raised Over Hegseth’s Comments on Women in Combat Former Army Deputy Chief of Staff Peter Chiarelli expressed his worries regarding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s recent remarks about women in the military. Chiarelli stated, “I’m concerned about the notion of attacks on women and the idea that there are voices suggesting women can be placed […]
Maher mocks Hegseth’s military gathering: ‘A tough-minded leadership’
Comedian Bill Maher chose not to comment on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s speech to top military leaders on Friday. Earlier this week, Hegseth and Trump met with about 800 high-ranking military officials in Quantico, Virginia. The defense secretary took this opportunity to discuss plans for reforming the Department of Defense, which included new health standards. […]
Navy chief Jon Harrison removed from position at the Pentagon in Hegseth’s recent changes
Navy Chief of Staff Removed in Pentagon Shakeup On Friday, John Harrison was dismissed from his position as Chief of Staff for the Navy Secretary, marking yet another significant change within the Pentagon under Secretary of War Pete Hegses. A spokesperson from the War Department confirmed, “John Harrison will no longer serve as Chief of […]