A viral claim has recently drawn attention within political and media circles, alleging that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth spent $20 million (approximately £15 million) in taxpayer money on steak and lobster dinners for US troops. According to a government watchdog, the numbers being cited are real, but the way they've been presented has led to confusion.
The claim stems from a watchdog report examining Pentagon spending patterns, which was later amplified during a heated CNN TV debate, where it was emphasised that Hegseth allegedly spent it all on himself. The moment has raised questions about what was actually purchased, who it was for, and how the money was spent.
