Unpacking the latest controversy surrounding Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth

By Tom Bowman

Published April 21, 2025 at 5:20 PM EDT

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth continues to find himself in controversy. He shared details with his wife and brother minutes after being updated on the Yemen strikes by a senior military official.

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Tom Bowman is a NPR National Desk reporter covering the Pentagon.

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Unpacking the latest controversy surrounding Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth