Pete Hegseth took on the role of U.S. Defense Secretary during President Donald Trump’s second term. Vice President JD Vance swore him in on January 25, 2025.
A native of Minnesota, Hegseth graduated from Princeton University in 2003. He pursued higher education at Harvard University, obtaining his master’s degree in 2013.
Hegseth served actively in the U.S. Army National Guard. His deployments included missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. His dedication was recognized with numerous awards:
- Two Bronze Star Medals.
- Two Army Commendation Medals.
- Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB).
- Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB).
- Joint Commendation Medal.
As a former host on Fox News, Hegseth has shared his insights through various books. In 2024, he published “The War on Warriors: Behind the Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free.”
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