United States — United States Department of the Army & Pete Hegseth

United States — United States Department of the Army: The Army will conduct screenings for its soldiers aged 30 and older, potentially affecting readiness and medical resource allocation.

Pete Hegseth: As U.S. Defense Secretary, Hegseth announced and championed the mandatory testosterone screening policy, framing it as a readiness initiative. The policy reinforces his focus on military fitness and masculinity but has drawn political backlash.

United States — United States Department of the Army: U.S. Army soldiers have been injured in the conflict, with 10 additional casualties reported.

Pete Hegseth: Hegseth shared images of strikes on social media.

United States — United States Department of the Army: US Army personnel have suffered casualties in Iran and Iraq, with over 500 wounded.

Pete Hegseth: As US Secretary of War, Hegseth has testified on the blockade and advocated for increased military spending to sustain operations.

United States — United States Department of the Army: The Army had a prevalence of 4.5% among women and 1% among men, reflecting average performance in the report.

Pete Hegseth: As Defense Secretary, Hegseth previously revamped offices handling whistleblower complaints, which critics say may have discouraged reporting.