Pete Hegseth has criticized GOP senators since Donald Trump’s initial win in 2016, being notably critical of outgoing leader Sen. Mitch McConnell.

The North Carolina senator, who recently said he did not plan to run for re-election, said the defense secretary’s decisions have been amateurish and show he is unfit to lead a large organization.

Hegseth speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon on June 26, 2025. (Andrew Harnik / ) Pete Hegseth, the defense ...

Former Vice President Mike Pence defended Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday, amid mounting criticism of the Pentagon leader’s management style, leaked Signal chats and his reported ...

The Republican senator also leveled a damning accusation over the response to the war. ... Hegseth shot back over Coons’ criticism of his statement. He said he served with allies in Afghanistan.

In recent weeks, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been the target of many criticisms and attacks about his competence. His opponents will have you believe they are condemning him because of ...

Hegseth amps up criticism of ‘leakers’ after more scrutiny of Signal usage. The defense secretary has not denied a new report but insisted that no classified information was shared, seeking to ...

Former Vice President Mike Pence defended Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday, amid mounting criticism of the Pentagon leader’s management style, leaked Signal chats and his reported ...