Pete Hegseth's wife has reportedly become a constant presence around the defence secretary, with one source saying he likes having her nearby to 'keep him out of trouble' because of his past reputation for heavy drinking.
Jennifer Rauchet Hegseth, a former Fox News producer and Pete Hegseth's wife, has drawn growing scrutiny over her unusually prominent role around the Pentagon. According to reports, she has travelled with Hegseth, appeared at the Pentagon frequently and joined him in settings normally reserved for officials with a clear need to be present.