Peter Brian Hegseth (born June 6, 1980) is an American government official and former television personality who has served as the 29th United States secretary of defense since 2025.

3 days ago · Pete Hegseth is the U.S. 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 …

The Honorable Pete Hegseth is the secretary of war. He was sworn in on Jan. 25, 2025, as the 29th secretary of defense before the department's name was changed on Sept. 5, 2025. Hegseth was …

Jun 12, 2025 · The Honorable Pete Hegseth is the 29th Secretary of Defense, sworn in on Jan. 25, 2025. Hegseth was commissioned as an infantry oficer in the U.S. Army National Guard after …

Dec 6, 2025 · Hegseth declares end of US 'utopian idealism' with new military strategy The Defense secretary, speaking at the Reagan Defense Forum, outlined defense priorities that focus on the …

Dec 4, 2025 · View CNN’s Fast Facts on Pete Hegseth and learn more about the US Secretary of Defense.

Jul 30, 2025 · Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering stepping down from his Pentagon duties to pursue political office in his adopted home state, according to a new report.

Dec 1, 2025 · Pete Hegseth Needs to Go—Now A man with such contempt for the military should not run the Pentagon. By Tom Nichols Mark Peterson / Redux

Sep 30, 2025 · Pete Hegseth is the 29th secretary of war, sworn in on Jan. 25, 2025. A graduate of Princeton University in 2003, Hegseth was commissioned as an infantry officer in the Army National …

Jan 25, 2025 · 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 …