Pete Hegseth
Defense Secretary · R
Cabinet positions
1 position
Secretary of Defense
Nominated by President Donald Trump
DefenseJan 2025 — PresentCurrent
confirmedNovember 12, 2024
51 Yes44 No5 Not voting
Statistics
Current positions
1
Total positions held
1
Senate confirmations
0/1
News mentions
24
Topics & Events
In the spotlight
Featured Topic
AIPAC and Trump-backed groups spend record $32 million in Kentucky primary to defeat Massie
Epstein petition + $32M: Trump and AIPAC end Massie's 14-year career
Events (12)
Sep 30, 2029 · deadline
One Big Beautiful Bill Act supplemental defense, border security, and homeland security funding expires
May 18, 2026 · campaign_event
Hegseth campaigns for Gallrein in Kentucky primary and triggers Hatch Act scrutiny
May 17, 2026 · international_event
Trump issues Truth Social ultimatum to Iran after Barakah drone strike hits UAE
May 15, 2026 · investigation
Pentagon Inspector General finds civilian harm mitigation programs dismantled in violation of law
May 7, 2026 · policy_change
FEMA Review Council releases final report recommending 50/50 cost share and state devolution