As the dust settles on the fight over Pete Hegseth's nomination, his confirmation is emblematic of a larger truth about the state of Republican politics.

The new defense secretary’s goals run counter to the military’s apolitical tradition and efforts to build a force that ...

The 44-year-old veteran and former Fox News host was sworn into office Saturday after facing allegations of sexual misconduct ...

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, answered questions about misconduct allegations and ...

Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth ... for having a “Christian tattoo” — the Jerusalem Cross — branded as an “extremist” symbol by a fellow soldier. Hegseth said his Defense ...

The inset shows his Jerusalem cross tattoo, which came up during the hearing. Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for defense secretary, appears before the Senate Armed Services ...

WASHINGTON — Senators jockeyed to magnify contrasting aspects of Pete Hegseth’s life at ... AP and Getty images may not be republished. Please see our republishing guidelines for use of any other ...

Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., questioned defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth about comments he has made regarding his tattoo in a confirmation hearing Tuesday held by the Senate Committee on Armed ...

Donald Trump's cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump's choice for defense secretary, Pete ... job.” Hegseth was questioned about his tattoos North ...