Pete Hegseth

The US Army is ending an experiment with a dedicated drone battalion in Europe, returning the unit to its airborne infantry mission. This move comes as Acting Chief of Staff Gen. Christopher LaNeve issued The Army Azimuth roadmap, emphasizing that the military must counter enemies who use stand-off weapons and unmanned systems.

Donald Trump announced that North Korea possesses exactly 57 nuclear weapons while previewing a possible meeting with Kim Jong Un. Separately, Trump ordered War Secretary Pete Hegseth to substantially scale back the annual U.S.-South Korea Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises. These remarks come amidst ongoing discussions about regional security and diplomacy.

Donald Trump stated that North Korea possesses 57 nuclear weapons while previewing a possible meeting with leader Kim Jong Un later this year. In related news, Trump ordered a substantial scale back of the annual U.S.-South Korea Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises due to costs and hostile signaling. Public assessments have generally estimated Pyongyang's arsenal between 50 and 60 warheads.

Pete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, appeared with Zach Nunn at the Iowa State Fair on Monday. During this visit, Hegseth campaigned for Representative Zach Nunn.

Donald Trump announced plans to substantially reduce joint US military drills with South Korea, citing his 'very good relationship with Kim Jong-un' and describing the exercises as inappropriate and hostile. Despite this, concerns persist regarding crew morale, mental health, and living conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.

The U.S. military is expanding its anti-drug campaign from boat strikes in Latin America to joint land operations, a move announced by the Trump administration. Joint missions have been agreed upon with countries including Colombia and Ecuador against criminal groups on their soil. Critics warn that this widening campaign risks civilian casualties and represents an asymmetrical attempt to impose U.S. security agendas.

The U.S. military is expanding its campaign from bombing drug boats to joint operations on land across Latin America, according to the Trump administration's defense secretary. Pete Hegseth announced that Colombia, Guatemala, and Honduras agreed to allow U.S. forces into their nations. Critics, however, warn that this expansion risks civilian casualties and represents an asymmetrical relationship designed for projecting power.

The U.S. military plans to expand its anti-drug operations from lethal boat strikes off Latin America's coasts to joint land campaigns. Pete Hegseth announced that allied nations including Colombia, Guatemala, and Honduras are expected to allow U.S. forces to conduct joint operations against criminal groups on their soil. Critics warn that this widening military campaign risks civilian casualties and is viewed as an attempt by the U.S. to impose its agenda through power projection.

Sen. Jon Ossoff criticized President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth regarding their management of the war against Iran. Speaking at a rally in Atlanta, Ossoff accused them of lying, stating that there was “something uniquely despicable about lying a nation into war.”

Naval families with loved ones deployed on US warships amid the Iran war reacted with fury after Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth dismissed their concerns about extreme pressures and dire conditions. The Guardian reported speaking to three naval families who were following the physical and mental stresses bearing down on their relatives.

Donald Trump directed the Pentagon to redesign a new US aircraft carrier. The redesign must replace modern electromagnetic launch systems with steam-powered catapults, a change documented via a national security memorandum signed by him. This preference for steam catapults has been stated since at least 2017.

Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary in Donald Trump’s administration, announced her departure to focus on being a mother. This exit occurs while President Trump's approval rating is reportedly at a historic low due to voter discontent over rising prices and the war in Iran. The article also noted reports of poor conditions onboard a warship redirected from San Diego to the Middle East.

Representative Jason Crow has asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to provide a written response clarifying his testimony. This request concerns the lawyer’s role in promotion decisions, with the clarification expected by September 10.

Pete Hegseth's appointments to a key Pentagon advisory body include advisers with ties to a venture capital fund where Donald Trump Jr is a partner. Marc Andreessen’s firm, Andreessen Horowitz, co-invests with the Trump partnership 1789 Capital in three defense contractors, and fellow appointee Blake Masters also sits on boards linked to 1789 Capital.

Senate Republicans left Washington without passing the SAVE America Act, delaying its status until next month. A vote on a $150 billion budget blueprint by Sen. Ron Johnson was paused after Trump intervened over concerns about its outcome. Republicans have instead agreed that they will work diligently through August into September to create an improved budget reconciliation bill.

The Pentagon posted biblical messages, including 'SEND ME,' on official social media accounts as U.S. forces faced warnings regarding the war with Iran's strain on resources. These posts marked an institutional shift, following months of controversy concerning the role of religion within the Defense Department and specific commanders' statements. The agency declined to explain whether these biblical passages were intended as an expression of faith, proselytizing, or a coordinated communications strategy.

Pete Hegseth's four-star Army selection faces challenges as Republicans show uncertainty. The article highlights turbulence in the nomination process and shifting Republican support.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's expected selection for Army chief of staff faces Senate resistance led by Senate Armed Services Chair Roger Wicker. Acting Army chief of staff Gen. Christopher LaNeve, who replaced Gen. Randy George in April, is under scrutiny for his limited time as a four-star general. Republican Sen. Joni Ernst cited concerns about LaNeve's experience but disputed reports that this was the main issue.

The Pentagon is using a new method to undercount U.S. casualties in Iran by separating data into a new 'Overseas Operations' webpage, according to a government official who claimed the approach 'obscures the count.' The official casualty total rose to 704 after combining data from both systems, but unreported casualties may exceed 900. The change follows Iranian attacks that overwhelmed U.S. defenses.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not secured Senate support for funding the Iran war, which has drained U.S. stockpiles and Pentagon resources. Republican senators are losing confidence in his military leadership as the war progresses.

President Trump made claims about the impact of the Iran war on oil prices and munitions. The article mentions Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attending a dignified transfer for Army soldiers killed in Jordan.

President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, calling it 'unique' and using the setting to highlight his administration's achievements. He referenced Spain's migrant crisis in Cueta as a warning to voters ahead of the U.S. midterms, suggesting similar issues could arise in the U.S. if Republicans are not elected.

President Donald Trump held a televised Cabinet meeting at Camp David, highlighting his administration's achievements and using Spain's migration crisis as a warning ahead of U.S. midterms. He emphasized the need for Republican victories to prevent a similar 'invasion' in the U.S.

The Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security stated that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is not planning aggressive enforcement operations at polling locations during the upcoming midterm elections, though it left open the possibility of action based on intelligence. A letter from U.S. Senate Democrats raised concerns about armed federal agents at polling sites, citing federal laws against interference in elections.

The Pentagon has implemented mandatory testosterone screening for active-duty service members aged 30 and older, with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stating the policy aims to strengthen combat readiness. Hegseth emphasized the need for troops to remain 'strong, resilient and capable' to meet modern warfare demands, though the initiative's direct link to the global testosterone decline or robot warfare is unspecified.

A federal judge indicated she will likely block the U.S. government from labeling AI developer Anthropic as a 'supply chain risk,' criticizing the government's argument that public criticism of the administration makes a company untrustworthy. The judge found no evidence justifying the designation, which the Pentagon imposed after Anthropic refused to remove restrictions on its AI model's use for lethal warfare and surveillance.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security stated that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is not planning mass enforcement operations at polling sites during the upcoming midterm elections. A Senate Democrats' letter raised concerns about armed federal agents at voting locations, citing federal laws prohibiting such actions. The administration's response left open the possibility of enforcement if intelligence indicated a public safety threat.

The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has no current plans to target polling sites during the upcoming midterm elections, but noted operations could change based on intelligence. A group of Senate Democrats expressed concerns about potential deployment of federal agents at polling locations, citing federal laws prohibiting such actions.

The Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is not planning large-scale enforcement operations at polling places during the midterms. A DHS official stated that ICE's actions are intelligence-driven and could change if a threat emerges, while Senate Democrats expressed concerns about federal agents being deployed at voting sites, citing federal laws prohibiting such actions.

Scouting America removed diversity initiatives, including dedicated spaces for gay youth, women, and scouts of color, from the National Jamboree due to pressure from the Pentagon. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth threatened to end the Pentagon's partnership with the organization unless it refocused away from 'woke' policies, leading to some scouts withdrawing from the event.

Scouting America removed diversity initiatives, including dedicated spaces for gay youth, women, and scouts of color, at the National Jamboree following pressure from the Pentagon. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth threatened to end the military's partnership if the organization did not scale back its inclusion efforts, prompting backlash from scouts and activists.

Scouting America removed diversity initiatives from the National Jamboree due to Pentagon pressure led by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Some scouts withdrew, and gay rights activist James Dale criticized the Pentagon's influence over the organization.

Democrats are demanding explanations for delays in medical care and discrepancies in casualty counts following a US drone strike in Kuwait. The Trump administration faces scrutiny over the Pentagon's handling of wounded troops and public reporting errors.

A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans believe the war in Iran is not worthwhile, with President Donald Trump's approval rating on Iran dropping from 34% to 28%. The conflict, which began on Feb. 28, has resulted in 18 U.S. service member deaths, though the administration has attempted to revise those numbers.

White House officials urged Senate Republicans to adopt a narrow spending bill focused on defense and farm aid, but faced skepticism over the reconciliation process and potential political challenges. Senate leaders expressed concerns about the 'vote-a-rama' amendment process and the inclusion of the SAVE America Act, which could complicate securing 50 votes for the bill.

The Pentagon has begun a review of U.S. military troop presence, force posture, and basing across Europe, announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and confirmed by Under Secretary Elbridge Colby. The process, part of a broader effort to align with U.S. strategic goals and NATO’s conventional defense responsibilities, will involve consultations with allies, Congress, and military commands, but no immediate troop changes or timelines have been specified.

A senior Pentagon official stated that US-China military communication is stronger than in years past, marking a rare positive development in the strategic rivalry. Alvaro Smith, deputy assistant defense secretary for China, Taiwan, and Mongolia, highlighted progress under Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership.

The Pentagon created a new casualty category called 'Overseas Operations' to account for U.S. troops killed and wounded in renewed U.S.-Iran fighting, following the conclusion of 'Operation Epic Fury.' Four soldiers killed in July and dozens wounded were removed from the official Iran war tally and placed in the new category, with the total wounded now at 642.

The Pentagon created a new casualty category called 'Overseas Operations' to account for U.S. military casualties from renewed U.S.-Iran fighting, as 'Operation Epic Fury' has officially concluded. Four soldiers killed and dozens wounded in recent strikes were removed from the Iran war tally and added to the new category, with the total wounded now at 642.

The Pentagon created a new casualty category called 'Overseas Operations' to account for U.S. troops killed and wounded in renewed U.S.-Iran fighting after 'Operation Epic Fury' concluded. Four soldiers killed and dozens wounded in recent clashes were moved from the Iran war tally to the new category, with the total wounded now at 642.