Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to face congressional questioning Wednesday regarding the Trump administration's military campaign against Iran. This marks his first appearance before lawmakers since the conflict began.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to testify before lawmakers on Wednesday regarding the Trump administration's ongoing military campaign against Iran.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to testify before lawmakers on Wednesday regarding the Trump administration's ongoing military campaign against Iran.
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