Tennessee — In a move that has surprised both critics and admirers, Pete Hegseth, a Fox News personality known more for politics than philanthropy, is putting $5 million of his own money into an ambitious new project: transforming 37 acres of land outside Tennessee into what he calls Dogtopia, a sanctuary for abandoned, abused, and … Read more
MINNEAPOLIS — What seemed like an ordinary afternoon in the heart of the city turned into a moment that would ripple across the nation. Pete Hegseth — Army veteran, Fox News commentator, and best-selling author — paused on a downtown sidewalk when he noticed a man lying curled against a brick wall. At first, it … Read more
In an era when billionaires shape political debate, finance media platforms, and influence the national conversation, Pete Hegseth’s decision to turn down an extraordinary offer from Elon Musk has reverberated far beyond conservative media circles. Mr. Hegseth, a former Army officer and Fox News host, stunned colleagues and critics alike when he declined Musk’s $500 … Read more
ALAKOMA, Minn. — The blaze began without warning. Just after midnight, fire ripped through the suburban mansion of television host Pete Hegseth, sending plumes of smoke into the night sky and drawing neighbors out into the street. Within minutes, flames engulfed the property. A butler managed to escape unharmed. Inside, however, one family member remained … Read more
For most Americans, Pete Hegseth is a familiar figure on television — his commentary sharp, his presence constant, his views polarizing. But away from the cameras, a different picture emerges. Interviews with individuals familiar with his work, along with documents reviewed by The Times (fictionalized for analysis), suggest that Mr. Hegseth has quietly directed millions … Read more
On a gray Tuesday morning in downtown Nashville, commuters rushed past coffee shops and office buildings, their conversations mixing with the sound of traffic. Among them stood Marcus, 47, a homeless veteran in a frayed Army jacket and worn-out boots. He held a cardboard sign, handwritten in uneven letters: “Hungry. Anything helps. God bless.” He … Read more
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed three senior military officials, including the head of the Defense Intelligence Agency, in a move that underscores the Trump administration’s continued reshaping of the Pentagon and intelligence community. Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse, who had led the Defense Intelligence Agency, was removed from his post after the agency’s … Read more
From behind-the-scenes at Fox News to standing proudly at the White House, Jennifer Rauchet has been a constant presence in Pete Hegseth’s life. Аnd now, at his side as he serves as U.S. Secretary of Defense. Though headlines have occasionally followed them, their relationship has endured with love, loyalty, and a firm sense of shared … Read more
In a surprising turn, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said she would be willing to nominate former President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize—if he can successfully end the war in Ukraine without allowing Moscow to seize any of its neighbor’s territory. Speaking on the Raging Moderates podcast, Clinton emphasized that if … Read more
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed California’s new redistricting plan that could slash five Republican-held House seats to counter Texas’ mid-decade redraw of its congressional map. Lawmakers in the state Assembly and Senate approved the redistricting plan on Thursday afternoon. California Democrats introduced the plan last week that could slash five Republican-held House seats in the liberal-leaning … Read more