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Pentagon Celebrates Christmas Amid Hegseth Misconduct Controversy

12/4/2025

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Pete Hegseth celebrated Christmas at the Pentagon on December 3, 2025, despite scrutiny over his conduct.
The Secretary of Defense led a festive tree lighting ceremony, with service members dressed as elves.
A report revealed Hegseth's potential misconduct involving unencrypted military communications, which he denies.
The Pentagon defended him, saying no classified information was shared.
President Donald Trump has attempted to protect Hegseth amid ongoing controversies surrounding his actions.

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Pete Hegseth celebrated Christmas at the Pentagon on December 3, 2025, despite scrutiny over his conduct.
The Secretary of Defense led a festive tree lighting ceremony, with service members dressed as elves.
A report revealed Hegseth's potential misconduct involving unencrypted military communications, which he denies.
The Pentagon defended him, saying no classified information was shared.
President Donald Trump has attempted to protect Hegseth amid ongoing controversies surrounding his actions.