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- 1Hegseth says US has munitions to keep up Iran war●Hegseth says US has enough munitions to continue Iran war 'as long as we need to'
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States has sufficient munitions to sustain its military campaign against Iran 'as long as we need to'. The statement, reported by ABC News, signals Washington's readiness for a prolonged conflict and comes as the war with Iran continues to draw close attention worldwide.
- 2Hegseth claims War Powers deadline void amid Iran ceasefire▼Hegseth says War Powers deadline doesn't apply because of ceasefire with Iran
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the War Powers resolution deadline for reporting to Congress on military action against Iran does not apply, arguing a ceasefire has changed the legal situation. The claim is drawing scrutiny from lawmakers and legal observers over the administration's position on congressional authority over military operations.
- 3Hegseth clashes with lawmakers over Iran war and firings▼Hegseth battles with Democrats -- and some Republicans -- over the Iran war and top officials' firings
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing pointed criticism from Democrats and resistance from some Republicans over the US conflict with Iran and his dismissals of senior Pentagon officials. The disputes center on the administration's Iran strategy and concerns about the removals of top defense leadership, making the Pentagon chief a focal point of congressional tension.
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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism over remarks concerning the military, prompting a wave of backlash and debate. Commenters are weighing in on what the comments reveal about his leadership at the Pentagon and the administration's approach to the armed forces, with critics and supporters clashing over the controversy.
- 5Alarm grows over US soldiers' mental health as Iran war continues▼NEW ALARM over mental health of U.S. soldiers as Iran war drags on and Hegseth restricts the press
Concerns are mounting over the mental health of US service members as the war with Iran continues, with reports of a new alarm about troops' psychological strain. The concerns are compounded by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's restrictions on press access, which critics say limit scrutiny of how soldiers are coping with the prolonged conflict.
- 6Hegseth Holds Trump's Backing as Congressional Support Fades▼Hegseth Is Trump’s Untouchable Warrior—But His Support in Congress Is Slipping
Pete Hegseth continues to enjoy firm backing from President Trump, who has stood by him through repeated controversies, but the Wall Street Journal reports that his support among members of Congress is slipping. The report highlights a growing gap between the White House's loyalty to the Defense Secretary and lawmakers' increasing skepticism, raising questions about his political standing.
- 7Navy veteran warns against Hegseth purging senior military leadership▼Readers speak: U.S. Navy vet says Hegseth should not be allowed to decimate U.S. senior military leadership
A U.S. Navy veteran, writing in a letter to the Hartford Courant, argues that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth should not be allowed to decimate America's senior military leadership. The letter reflects growing public concern over the administration's removals and restructuring of top Pentagon officials and commanders, with critics warning that wholesale purges of experienced leadership could weaken national security and politicize the armed forces.