Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly authorized a pause on weapons shipments to Ukraine without informing the White House. The decision triggered internal confusion and required explanations to Congress and Ukrainian officials.
What Happened: President Donald Trump distanced himself from the move during a on Tuesday Cabinet meeting. When asked if he approved the pause, Trump said the U.S. would continue sending defensive weapons to Ukraine. Pressed on who authorized the halt, Trump replied, “I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?”
