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Hegseth Orders Polygraph Tests for 50 Pentagon Officials

9/9/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered polygraph tests for about 50 officers and civilian officials.
President Donald Trump said on Truth Social long-term jail sentences will be sought for alleged leakers.
Hegseth has restricted Pentagon reporters.
The Pentagon reported weapon shortages and deteriorating conditions on a U.S. aircraft carrier.
Justice Department subpoenaed New York Times reporters about a Qatari-donated plane repurposed as Air Force One.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered polygraph tests for about 50 officers and civilian officials.
President Donald Trump said on Truth Social long-term jail sentences will be sought for alleged leakers.
Hegseth has restricted Pentagon reporters.
The Pentagon reported weapon shortages and deteriorating conditions on a U.S. aircraft carrier.
Justice Department subpoenaed New York Times reporters about a Qatari-donated plane repurposed as Air Force One.