New York Times Deep Dive Alleges Pete Hegseth Donned Makeup for Ukraine Photo Op Then Ignored Counterpart
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized appearance, relied on civilian advisers, and faced recommendations to pause Ukraine munitions shipments to preserve U.S. global stockpiles.
Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby withheld information from lawmakers, prompting bipartisan frustration over opaque decision-making and the announced withdrawal of US troops from Romania.