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Defense Secretary Hegseth Critiques CNN on Iran Coverage

3/14/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized CNN's coverage of the Trump administration's handling of Iran's threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
CNN's John Berman noted Hegseth's defensiveness and cited Gen. Dan Caine describing the Strait of Hormuz as tactically complex.
Berman referenced U.S. President Donald Trump urging tankers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated the United States is not yet prepared to escort tankers safely.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized CNN's coverage of the Trump administration's handling of Iran's threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
CNN's John Berman noted Hegseth's defensiveness and cited Gen. Dan Caine describing the Strait of Hormuz as tactically complex.
Berman referenced U.S. President Donald Trump urging tankers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated the United States is not yet prepared to escort tankers safely.