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A Clash Over a Promotion Puts Hegseth at Odds With His Generals

Suspicions about leaks and a mistrust of senior military officers have defined much of the defense secretary’s first six months on the job.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fostered an environment of uncertainty and mistrust that threatens to undermine the readiness and effectiveness of the military, officials said.
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Michael Waltz Defends Signal Group Chat During U.N. Ambassador Hearing

Michael Waltz, the former national security adviser, doubled down on the Trump administration’s defense of a Signal group chat where senior officials discussed war plans.

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Michael Waltz, the former national security adviser, testified before Congress on Tuesday at a hearing on his nomination to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.
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Marco Rubio Impersonation Under State Dept. Investigation

A person or people imitating the secretary of state used artificial intelligence to send text and voice messages to foreign diplomats and U.S. officials, the department said in a cable to employees.

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The person or people impersonating Secretary of State Marco Rubio sent messages to at least five people outside the State Department.
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