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Pete Hegseth & CNN

18 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Mar 24, 2026

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Pete Hegseth: As Defense Secretary, he instituted the original media restrictions that led to the lawsuit.
CNN: One of the news outlets that declined to sign the new Pentagon rules.
Jul 17, 2026 · 11 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Defense Secretary Hegseth requested additional funding for the Iran war, highlighting the contrast with the Saudi deal.
CNN: CNN reported on the deal's details, including the lack of IAEA Additional Protocol and the 10-year enrichment ban.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the United States Defense Secretary, declined to reaffirm the United States' commitment to NATO's collective defense, reflecting the administration's wavering stance.
CNN: CNN is a news organization that reported on Donald Trump's comments regarding NATO and the Iran war.
Apr 01, 2026 · 113 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth>>>, the United States>>> Defense Secretary, has publicly stated that military strikes are intended to force Iran>>> into a deal, emphasizing a willingness to 'negotiate with bombs'.
CNN: CNN>>> reported on the Qatar>>>i delegation's travel to Tehran for diplomatic talks.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth>>> has affirmed the United States>>>' capability to resume war with Iran>>> if necessary, underscoring the military option amidst ongoing peace talks.
CNN: CNN reported on satellite imagery analysis showing Iran's ability to excavate missile sites after US strikes, providing information on Iran's military capabilities.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, stated that Iran has an opportunity to make a 'good deal' by abandoning nuclear weapons, outlining a key US demand.
CNN: CNN is the news agency reporting on the diplomatic developments between the United States and Iran.
Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, US Defence Secretary, stated that the US would 'negotiate with bombs' if necessary, reflecting the US's aggressive stance in the conflict.
CNN: CNN>>> reported on the ongoing US-Iran>>> talks, providing an update on the diplomatic efforts amidst the military escalation.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Defense Secretary inherited a depleted military situation, according to Waltz, but his role in the pause is indirect.
CNN: CNN reported on Vance and Caine's concerns.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
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Pete Hegseth: Attended funeral as Cabinet official.
CNN: Network where Graham criticized Trump in 2016.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
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Dec 04, 2025 · 14 articles
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Jan 24, 2026 · 20 articles
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Mar 09, 2026 · 137 articles
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Mar 14, 2026 · 14 articles
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Mar 06, 2026 · 13 articles
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Apr 16, 2026 · 9 articles
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Apr 11, 2026 · 142 articles
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May 20, 2026 · 32 articles
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May 20, 2026 · 27 articles
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