Peter Brian Hegseth[a] (/ ˈhɛɡsɛθ /; born June 6, 1980) is an American author, television presenter, and Army veteran who is currently serving as the 29th United States secretary of defense since January 25, 2025, in the second administration of President Donald Trump.

6 days ago · The Honorable Pete Hegseth is the 29th Secretary of Defense, sworn in on Jan. 25, 2025.Hegseth was commissioned as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army National Guard after graduating from ...

1 day ago · Pete Hegseth is United States secretary of defense (2025– ) and a former U.S. Army National Guard officer. Prior to his government service, he was an American TV personality who was a cohost of Fox & Friends Weekend from 2017 to 2024, and while on the show he became known for his conservative views.

6 days ago · Washington — The Senate narrowly confirmed Pete Hegseth as the next secretary of defense, approving President Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon after a contentious battle over his nomination. He ...

6 days ago · The Senate on Friday confirmed Pete Hegseth for Defense secretary, a triumphant moment for the former Fox News host who overcame allegations of sexual misconduct, alcohol abuse and inexperience to ...

6 days ago · Pete Hegseth has vowed to bring his “warrior” ethos to the Pentagon. Democrats had assailed him as unfit for the job, and his confirmation came down to Vice President JD Vance serving as ...

6 days ago · The Senate has confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation’s defense secretary in a dramatic late-night vote.

6 days ago · Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was sworn into his new role leading America's 3.5 million service members and civilians by Vice President JD Vance.

Nov 13, 2024 · In picking Fox News Channel host Pete Hegseth to lead the Department of Defense, President-elect Donald Trump has selected a military veteran and popular conservative media personality with a large following of his own.

Jan 23, 2025 · All but two Republicans voted to advance Pete Hegseth’s nomination as secretary of defense to a final vote, as Democrats raced to bolster fresh allegations about his personal conduct.