HISTORICAL FACTS: 26 | History Defined

Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon picks raise questions over Trump family business ties

Two advisers have links to a venture fund co-investing in US defense companies that benefit from federal spending

The Guardian - US · Aug 11

Former Air Force Secretary Vows Legal War After Pentagon Yanks Security Clearance Over Trump's Qatari Jet Leak: 'You Stand Up to Bullies...'

Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall said he will sue the Trump administration to restore his security clearance after the Pentagon revoked it over allegations that he disclosed sensitive information about the Qatari-gifted Boeing 747 now serving as Air Force One.

Benzinga · Aug 11

Sixty lawmakers launch probe into ‘appalling’ efforts to deport military spouses and families

It comes after Trump established the Military Spouse Commission last week to propose policies supporting military families

The Independent UK · Aug 10

Pentagon SOS To Defense Industry. Dwindling US Ammunition Stocks Are Real.

President Trump privately confronted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David last week over the issue. Trump was miffed after learning that U.S. missile stockpiles had been depleted far more severely than he had believed.

International Business Times · Aug 9

A Russian drone rigged with explosives turned up at a German airport, and US intel warns Putin could test NATO next

NATO thus far has chosen not to escalate; it may have to change.

We Got This Covered · Aug 9

14,000 UFO sightings in Germany: Reporting centre in Hesse investigates

Glowing spheres and mysterious lights are generating a wave of reports in Germany. As Pentagon files reignite debate, CENAP in Lützelbach has long sought to explain the sightings.

Euronews · Aug 9

US military pushes companies to ‘dramatically accelerate’ weapons production as Iran war burns through supply, memo says

The munitions shortage reportedly prompted President Trump to chew out Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth last at Camp David

The Independent UK · Aug 9

US asks defence firms to ramp up weapons output amid Iran war concerns

The US Defence Department seeks accelerated weapons production and faster deliveries. This request stems from concerns over critical munitions shortages linked to the Iran conflict. President Trump has dismissed reports of depleted US weapons stockpiles. He expressed confidence in Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's performance. Both the White House and…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Pentagon launches campaign for unmanned boats able to launch drones at sea

The Pentagon launchs $100 million competition seeking autonomous vessels capable of deploying drones across contested maritime environments and patrol missions.

TechRadar · Aug 8

Billionaire Jensen Huang Says That When America Goes to War He Would Rather Not Be Asked About His Own Technology: ‘I Would Really Appreciate Not Getting a Phone Call…'

Jensen Huang addressed the ongoing conflict between Anthropic and the Pentagon, saying he isn't elected and has no right to stand in the way of elected officials decision-making, as long as it is lawful at least.

Barchart · Aug 8