Pete Hegseth
Profile
Pete Hegseth is an American government official and former television personality serving as the 19th United States Secretary of Defense since 2025. A graduate of Princeton University and a veteran of the Minnesota Army National Guard, he served in Iraq and Afghanistan and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. Before his appointment to the Cabinet, Hegseth was a prominent contributor and co-host on Fox News, where his commentary frequently influenced national political discourse. He has authored several books, including 'American Crusade' and 'The War on Warriors,' and has been a vocal advocate for conservative policies regarding military reform and national security.
Details
- Born
- June 6, 1980 · 46 years old
- Birth place
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Education
- Princeton University (BA), Harvard Kennedy School (MPP)
- Career
- Infantry officer, television host, political commentator, executive director of Vets For Freedom and Concerned Veterans for America
