Pete Hegseth scraps mandatory flu shots for U.S. service members

Washington — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Tuesday that the Department of Defense will no longer mandate U.S. service members to receive the flu shot each year. In a video posted to X, Hegseth said troops will be free to choose whether to get vaccinated against the flu, and the shot will not be required … Read more

Pete Hegseth says Iran is digging out missiles and launchers

But Iran also obtained a satellite from China in late 2024 that it has used to monitor U.S. military sites across the Middle East this year, according to a person with knowledge of the satellite. Some of the monitored sites were later struck by Tehran. The satellite captured images of Prince Sultan Air Base in … Read more

Pete Hegseth, Dan Caine holding press briefing after Trump agrees to 2-week ceasefire with Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine are briefing reporters Wednesday at the Pentagon after President Trump said Tuesday night he’d agreed to an immediate, conditional two-week ceasefire with Iran. After the announcement, there were signs that shipping traffic was picking up in the vital Strait of Hormuz. “I agree to suspend … Read more

Todd Blanche named acting attorney general and Pete Hegseth forces out top Army chief: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Trump’s former personal attorney Todd Blanche is the new acting attorney general. How a group of influencers realized they were all being targeted by the same thief with an eye for high-end furniture. And why healthcare costs are skyrocketing. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and … Read more

Pete Hegseth signs memo opening door for troops to carry personal firearms on bases

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! War Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo on Thursday ordering a major shift in base security policy, allowing service members to request permission to carry personal firearms for self-defense amid growing concerns about threats on U.S. installations. In an announcement on social media, Hegseth said all American … Read more

Pete Hegseth fires top Army officer

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Pete Hegseth fires top Army officer 02:57 UP NEXT Hegseth reverses Army suspension of aircrew who flew helicopters near Kid Rock’s home 02:59 Army suspends aircrew flying helicopters near Kid Rock’s home 02:12 Hegseth indicates Trump will decide … Read more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth forces out Army’s top officer

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ousted Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, four U.S. military officials said. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed George’s departure in a statement Thursday, saying on X that the Army’s top officer would be … Read more

Pete Hegseth, Dan Caine hold news briefing as Iran strikes Kuwaiti oil tanker

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine are holding a news conference on the war with Iran on Tuesday as an Iranian drone hit a Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai and the average gas price in the U.S. hit $4 a gallon.  “The Kuwaiti giant crude oil tanker was subjected to a … Read more