On his first day as Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth made a significant statement regarding the government's commitment to providing necessary assistance at the United States' southern border. Hegseth emphasized that the administration is prepared to offer 'whatever' support is required to address the situation.
During a press briefing outside the Pentagon, Hegseth expressed a clear intention to reorient the approach to border security, highlighting a departure from past practices. He assured that the Defense Department is ready to deploy resources through various means, including state active duty, title 32, or title ten, to ensure the protection of the nation's territorial integrity.
