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Pete Hegseth lost his cool in front of Congress. It was a dramatic unraveling

ANALYSIS: Hegseth has his favorite soundbites — but none of them landed here, where he sounded increasingly deluded and desperate, writes Holly Baxter

The Independent UK

'Handing Propaganda to Our Enemies? Shame on You': Hegseth Claps Back At Rep Garamendi for Calling His Strategy a 'Quagmire'

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth defends a record Pentagon budget amid criticism over the US-Iran conflict, sparking a heated debate with lawmakers questioning the military's strategy and spending.

International Business Times UK

Hegseth questioned about Trump’s mental stability as Jesus memes are shown at hearing

Pete Hegseth reacted angrily over questions about Donald Trump’s mental stability as he was shown the president’s Jesus meme at a Congressional hearing.

The Independent UK

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Hegseth denies Iran war is ‘quagmire’ as cost to US hits estimated $25bn

As defense secretary testifies before House, Trump posts AI-generated image of himself with weapon and caption: ‘NO MORE MR. NICE GUY’

The Guardian - US

What’s a quagmire? The Iran war accusation that sent Hegseth spiraling

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The Independent UK

Hegseth challenged over claims Iran’s nukes were an ‘imminent threat’ even though they were ‘obliterated’ by Midnight Hammer

Pete Hegseth was challenged over seemingly contradictory claims about Iran’s nuclear capabilities while testifying in front of a House committee on the Trump administration’s military budget.

The Independent UK

Pentagon reveals Trump’s Iran war cost the US $25 billion as it enters eighth week

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The Independent UK

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Gavin Newsom just blasted Kid Rock for a taxpayer-funded joyride that cost more than a small country’s defense budget

Gavin Newsom just called out Kid Rock for what might be the most expensive joyride in military history. On April 27, the California governor’s press office took to X to question why taxpayers are footing the bill for the musician’s alleged $100 million helicopter adventure with Secretary of War Pete…

The Mary Sue

Pete Hegseth doubles down on Trump’s ‘Epic Fury’ disaster, implies allies should be grateful

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth just called the Iran war a “gift to the world” implying that America’s allies should be grateful for the global oil crisis it triggered. Speaking on April 24, 2026, Hegseth framed the conflict as a historic favor from the administration, insisting that other nations should step…

The Mary Sue

Pete Hegseth prays at House hearing after being heckled by Iran war protesters

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The Independent UK

Pentagon's DoD Pushes for $125M Rebrand to Department of War as Officials Call for 7,600 Changes to Federal Law

The Pentagon seeks to rename the Department of Defence to the Department of War, a move projected to cost up to £92.5 million and facing opposition from Democrats over financial concerns.

International Business Times UK

Why the outrage over this dress worn to the White House correspondents’ dinner?

Jennifer Rauchet, wife of Pete Hegseth, caused partisan uproar by supposedly wearing a bargain dress to the formal event – but what it says about our attitudes to fast fashion is more interesting

The Guardian - UK

MAGA Supporters Attack Influencer Who Found Out Jennifer Hegseth's WHCD Outfit Is a £33 Shein Dress

Influencer Ella Devi's criticism of Jennifer Hegseth's £33 Shein dress backfired, drawing a fierce online backlash and quickly making the influencer a talking point in right-leaning media.

International Business Times UK

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

Talks between Iran and the United States on ending the war seemed stalled Wednesday, despite U_S_ President Donald Trump earlier claiming Iran had informed his administration that it was in a “State of Collapse.”

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The Times of India

Is Trump getting the full picture? Vance raises concerns over Iran war, US arsenal: Report

US Vice President J D Vance is questioning the Pentagon's assessment of the Iran conflict, concerned about undisclosed missile stockpile depletion. He fears this could impact responses to global flashpoints like Taiwan, South Korea, and Europe. Despite official assurances, some believe the situation is being downplayed, potentially affecting future military…

The Mary Sue

Secretary of War faces Senate grilling over $1.5T budget even as GOP senators quietly await his exit

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is heading to Capitol Hill this week to defend the Pentagon’s $1.5 trillion budget request, but the real drama might not be the numbers. It’s the growing chorus of GOP senators who are done waiting for him to leave.

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Your tax dollars has just taken Kid Rock on a 10-minute Apache helicopter ‘joyride’ while Pete Hegseth called him a ‘patriot’

Just another day at Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon.

The Independent UK

Trump aides fear Iran could turn into a drawn-out ‘Cold War situation’ with no deal — but no bombs either

Trump promised that the U.S. would not be dragged into a lengthy conflict in the Middle East

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International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Invites Kid Rock on £75m Apache Helicopter Missions as Flight Data Tracks Rockstar's Military 'Joy Ride'

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed Kid Rock to fly in a US Army helicopter, sparking controversy over taxpayer costs and military asset use.

The Conversation

How the concept of ‘medical freedom’ is reshaping the military’s decades-long stance on the flu vaccine mandate − and endangering troops’ readiness

For the first time in almost 80 years, U.S. service members will no longer be mandated to receive the annual influenza vaccine.

The Independent UK

JD Vance has ‘repeatedly questioned’ if Pentagon is giving Trump the full picture of Iran war: report

Vice president known to have opposed conflict has reportedly raised concerns about the accuracy of the information being given to the president on weapons stockpiles and the damage done to Tehran’s military

International Business Times UK

Despite Allegations Of 'Profiting From War' Pete Hegseth's Wife Jennifer Wears Temu, Shein For Official White House Events – Including WHCD

Jennifer Rauchet's WHCD dress has sparked online debate over its origin, with claims linking it to low-cost retail platforms like Temu. The claims remain unverified, fueling political discussions.

The Independent UK

Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny

Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday

The Independent UK

Kid Rock flies on US military helicopter ‘joyride’ with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth who calls him a ‘patriot’

Officials claimed the flight was part of preparations for America’s 250th birthday this July but did not say whether taxpayer money was used

International Business Times UK

Was Taxpayers' Money Spent on Kid Rock and Hegseth's Outing? Ryan Grim Claims They Took 2 Apaches For a 'Joyride'

Reporter Ryan Grim alleges Kid Rock and US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth used Apache helicopters for a personal outing, raising questions about military resource use and taxpayer expenses.

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