Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Wife’s Pentagon Influence and War Leadership

Pete Hegseth is the US official responsible for the military.

People are questioning how he is managing a long war in Iran and the strain on American troops.

They are also asking why his wife, Jennifer, reportedly took part in some Pentagon activities.

Reports say she attended meetings where sensitive information was discussed.

They also say she was in a messaging group that discussed the timing of a military strike.

Some former officials say this was inappropriate because she was not a formal Pentagon employee.

A Pentagon spokesperson defended her and called her helpful to the department.

Hegseth has also denied reports that sailors on a US aircraft carrier were running out of food and hygiene supplies.