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The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war

The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth Leaves Lawmakers Alarmed by Declining to Verify Donald Trump's Mental Suitability to Lead as Commander-in-Chief

Hegseth avoided directly answering questions about Trump's mental fitness during a congressional hearing, leading to a tense exchange with lawmakers

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth’s second Capitol Hill hearing interrupted by anti-war protester

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is back on Capitol Hill for his second day of grilling regarding his handling of the Iran war, with senators getting their first opportunity to question him on Thursday. Hegseth previously endured a nearly six-hour House Armed Services Committee hearing, where he was pressed by Democrats…

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After obliterating an elementary school, Pete Hegseth insists ‘there is no country on Earth that takes more measures to minimize civilian harm than us’

That stack of dead kids says otherwise, Pete.

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Pete Hegseth Fury: Defence Secretary Accuses Ousted Generals of Ruining Military in Heated House Hearing

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends his decision to overhaul military leadership, citing alignment with strategic priorities.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Praises 'Unleashed Military Spirit' Amid Navy Sailors Leaking Photos of Meal Shortages and Poor Rations

Viral images and family reports alleging Navy meal shortages have sparked controversy, even as officials, including Pete Hegseth and the US Navy, deny any issues and praise military readiness.

International Business Times UK

US economic growth rebounds 2% as consumer spending slows amid Iran war

First quarter output, driven by AI investment and government spending, rose as oil shock fuels inflation fears

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Jimmy Kimmel trolls Trump over Iran war picture with sunglasses and gun: ‘Fat John Wick’

Late night host Jimmy Kimmel mocks President Donald Trump over latest Iran meme: ‘He looks like Rambo and Dumbo at the same time’

The Independent UK

Iran war cost and child deaths spark Democrat fury at Defense Secretary Hegseth

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Six US Service Members Killed in Kuwait After Hegseth Allegedly Overrode Warnings of Active Drone Threats

Six US Army Reserve soldiers died in a suspected Iranian drone attack in Kuwait, raising questions about force protection failures. Survivors and lawmakers demand accountability amid ongoing investigations.

International Business Times UK

New video shows accused gunman trying to storm White House press dinner as gunfire erupts – as it happened

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The moments when Hegseth lost his nerve during Congress questions on the Iran war

The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee during the contentious hearing

The Independent UK

Pentagon says Iran war cost $25 billion — how accurate is that figure?

The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has sparked debate over its financial burden, after the Pentagon disclosed that the war has cost approximately $25 billion so far. The figure was presented during a congressional hearing on Wednesday, but it has been met with skepticism from analysts and…

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Iran war briefing: Oil prices rise as Trump sends message to Tehran over Strait of Hormuz deadlock

Oil prices surged after reports indicated Donald Trump was considering military action against Iran to resolve the deadlock in the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump urged Tehran to “get smart soon” and sign a deal, and claimed “Iran can’t get their act together” in a social media post. The US…

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Iran-US war latest: Trump again declares ‘we’ve already won’ as he pressures Tehran to make a deal

President Donald Trump said even though the U.S. has ‘already won,’ he wants to win by a ‘bigger margin’

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US lawmakers clash with Hegseth on Iran war and $25 billion price tag

The war has cost $25 billion so far (€21 billion), according to Pentagon figures presented to the House Armed Services Committee.

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: White House celebrates as civil rights groups condemn supreme court’s Voting Rights Act ruling

Court’s 6-3 decision is a major upheaval in US civil rights law and gives lawmakers permission to draw districting plans that weaken the influence of Black and other minority voters– key US politics stories from Wednesday 29 April at a glance

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JD Vance slams report claiming he’s worried about ‘drastic depletion’ of US missiles before promptly confirming he is

Unofficial estimates suggest the U.S. is rapidly burning through its supply of high-priced missiles as the Iran conflict continues

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The House shredded a combative Hegseth on Iran. A worse fate awaits him on Thursday in the Senate

ANALYSIS: Democrats say hearing ‘shows you what a f***ng joke he is.’ But, Eric Garcia writes, the Senate might be tougher for him

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USS Ford aircraft carrier will be heading home after record-breaking deployment

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International Business Times UK

Even MAGA Allies Doubt Trump's Mental Health — But Pete Hegseth Calls Him 'Sharpest and Most Insightful'

During a Capitol Hill hearing, Trump's mental fitness was questioned due to his erratic social media behavior amid the ongoing Iran conflict, raising bipartisan concerns.

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Morning Mail: voters back gas tax, Hegseth denies Iran war a ‘quagmire’ as costs soar, drug use hits record levels

Poll shows Australians support levy on exports and extending fuel excise cut; wastewater survey reveals methamphetamine use rocketing

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Questioned Why Minesweepers Were Sent to Singapore Weeks Before Iran War

The Pentagon is under scrutiny for positioning US Navy mine-clearing ships far from the Strait of Hormuz before conflict with Iran, raising questions about strategic preparedness.

Evening Standard

King would have probably helped with military strikes against Iran, says Trump

The president has repeatedly lambasted the UK for failing to join attacks on Tehran and branded Sir Keir Starmer weak and indecisive

The Independent UK

Nancy Mace eviscerates Rep. Cory Mills in Hegseth hearing before Congress: ‘Stolen valor’

Mills was in the same hearing and later addressed Mace’s allegations in his own allotted time

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