War Secretary Pete Hegseth
Coverage of War Secretary Pete Hegseth in the Nexus archive.
- Retiring senator warns if Trump continues to do 'stupid things' it will kill GOP in November
Retiring Senator Thom Tillis criticizes President Trump's policies and decisions, warning they are harming the GOP's chances in the November elections. Trump accused Tillis of being a 'quitter' after Tillis announced his retirement and refusal to endorse Trump, while Tillis blamed Trump's advisors for controversial policies like the $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund and housing initiatives.
- Pentagon jumps from $225M to $55B on drones as cheap attacks overwhelm US defenses
The Pentagon is requesting a massive $55 billion for drone and autonomous warfare programs in FY2027, a sharp increase from $225 million in FY2026, driven by the growing threat of cheap, AI-enabled drones overwhelming U.S. defenses in conflicts like Ukraine and the Middle East. The shift reflects a strategic pivot toward large-scale, coordinated drone swarms to counter and deploy low-cost systems.