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Hegseth and Gen. Caine Testify Before Senate Amid Rising Iran Conflict

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine appear before a Senate committee to discuss escalating war with Iran and defend a $67 billion Pentagon funding request.

Jul 21, 2026, 7:39 PM CBS Politics

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Hegseth and Caine to Testify on Iran War Supplemental Funding After Recent Escalation

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine will appear before the Senate to discuss the White House’s supplemental funding request following a deadly escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict.

The Hill | Jul 21, 2026, 5:07 AM

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Nearly 100 U.S. Service Members Injured in Iranian Strikes Across Middle East This Month

U.S. officials report multiple Iranian airstrikes have caused injuries to American troops stationed in the Middle East since early July, amid escalating tensions.

CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 4:30 AM

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Criticizes Pete Hegseth’s Tribute to U.S. Servicemembers Killed in Jordan

The former congresswoman challenged Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s characterization of fallen servicemembers as making a 'sacrifice' amid ongoing conflict linked to Iranian strikes.

The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 2:40 AM

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Defense Secretary Hegseth’s Testosterone Screening Mandate Sparks Debate

The new military directive to test testosterone levels in troops over 30 has drawn criticism from medical experts and political figures.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 11:51 AM

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Two US Soldiers Killed in Jordan Following Iranian Attack; Trump Promises Shift in Response

Two American service members were killed and a third is missing after an Iranian strike on a US base in Jordan, prompting US airstrikes on Iran and comments from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 9:55 AM

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US Military Launches Retaliatory Airstrikes Against Iran Following Attack in Jordan

The U.S. military conducted airstrikes on Iran on July 19, 2026, in response to Iranian missile and drone attacks on U.S. forces in Jordan that killed two American service members.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 1:10 AM

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Two US Service Members Killed in Iranian Missile and Drone Attack in Jordan

Iranian forces launched ballistic missile and drone attacks in Jordan, killing two US troops and leaving one missing amid escalating US-Iran hostilities in the Gulf region.

BBC World | Jul 18, 2026, 7:15 PM

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Denounces Trump’s Ceasefire Signature Amid Escalating Conflict

Khamenei accuses the U.S. of violating ceasefire terms and warns of further retaliation as U.S. forces intensify strikes in the Middle East.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 6:34 PM

US Military's New Testosterone Screening Mandate Faces Medical Skepticism

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders annual testosterone deficiency tests for service members aged 30 and older, but experts question the scientific basis and potential risks.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 3:33 PM

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Announces Testosterone Screening for Military Personnel

New health screening measures will test US troops aged 30 and older for testosterone deficiency as part of routine annual check-ups.

France 24 English | Jul 17, 2026, 5:53 AM

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Congress Poised to Approve $60 Billion Funding for Pentagon Despite Audit Failures

House Republicans propose a budget reconciliation bill to allocate $60 billion to the Department of Defense amid ongoing concerns over financial accountability and rising war costs in Iran.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:08 PM

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Pentagon to Convene Panel Reviewing 2021 Military COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

The panel will examine the planning and execution of the mandate that resulted in over 8,700 service members leaving the military.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 11:28 PM

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Announces Annual Testosterone Screenings for Service Members

New policy mandates annual testosterone level tests for troops aged 30 and older, with options for replacement therapy if diagnosed with deficiency.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 6:18 PM

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US War on Iran Depletes Weapons Stockpile Amid Renewed Attacks

As the US resumes military strikes on Iran, concerns grow over the depletion of its weapons inventory and delays in munitions production.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 1:49 PM

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Lawmakers Demand Transparency on Deadly Tomahawk Missile Strike on Iranian School

As the U.S. engages in a new conflict with Iran, questions arise over a February missile strike that reportedly killed over 100 Iranian children.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:48 AM

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Suspensions Lifted for South Carolina Apache Pilots After Beach Flyby

Eight South Carolina Army National Guard Apache helicopter pilots had their suspensions lifted following a low-altitude flyover over a beach during a July 4th event.

CBS Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 1:44 PM

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Lifts Suspension of Apache Helicopter Pilots After Fourth of July Flyover

Four Army helicopters were initially suspended by South Carolina's National Guard for a low flyover during Independence Day celebrations, but the suspension was later overturned by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

CBS Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 10:14 AM

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Top Pentagon Lawyer Eric Widmar Steps Down Early Citing Personal Reasons

Brig. Gen. Eric Widmar, senior legal counsel to Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Dan Caine, is leaving nearly a year ahead of schedule amid a wave of Pentagon departures since the start of the second Trump administration.

The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 1:12 AM

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Top Legal Adviser to Joint Chiefs Retires Nearly a Year Early Amid Leadership Exodus

Eric Widmar, senior legal counsel to the chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is stepping down early, highlighting a broader pattern of senior military leaders leaving under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

ProPublica | Jul 8, 2026, 11:46 PM

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Lawmakers Criticize Pete Hegseth for Defunding Civilian Protection Efforts Amid Rising War Casualties

Ten Democratic lawmakers accuse Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of undermining a key program aimed at reducing civilian casualties in U.S. military operations, raising concerns about military accountability and moral standing.

ProPublica | Jul 8, 2026, 4:49 PM

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Trump Faces Pushback Over Potential F-35 Sales to Turkey Ahead of NATO Summit

President Trump plans to signal intent to resume F-35 sales to Turkey, reversing a previous ban, but faces opposition from Republicans and Israel amid concerns over Turkey's Russian defense systems.

The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 10:22 AM

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Trump Set to Challenge NATO Unity at Upcoming Turkey Summit

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte aims to maintain alliance cohesion and keep Donald Trump engaged amid disputes over military commitments and the Iran conflict ahead of the Ankara summit.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 4, 2026, 4:57 PM

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US President Donald Trump Takes First Flight on New Air Force One Gifted by Qatar

The Boeing 747 jet, valued at $400 million, was gifted by Qatar and retrofitted for presidential use, with Trump dismissing concerns over cost.

ABC Australia News | Jul 2, 2026, 6:52 AM