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Defense Secretary Hegseth Faces Fallout from Wiretap Scandal

6/1/2025

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is embroiled in controversy after allegations surfaced that he used an unauthorized NSA wiretap to monitor Pentagon officials. This scandal has ignited turmoil, resulting in the dismissal of three aides. His attorney's retraction of claims about the wiretap's role has only deepened the White House's frustration and shaken the Department of Defense.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is embroiled in controversy after allegations surfaced that he used an unauthorized NSA wiretap to monitor Pentagon officials. This scandal has ignited turmoil, resulting in the dismissal of three aides. His attorney's retraction of claims about the wiretap's role has only deepened the White House's frustration and shaken the Department of Defense.