President-elect Donald Trump (R) announced television commentator, author, and retired National Guard officer Pete Hegseth as his nominee for secretary of defense on November 12, 2024. This ...

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Every one of Hegseth’s predecessors emphasized unity and a diverse military as key to national progress and defense.

President Donald Trump chose from his most loyal supporters when he created his Cabinet and appointed others to key roles within his administration.