Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Audrey Liza M. Nolasco

US Defence Secretary Hegseth Sparks Fury With Anti-Trans Slur During Major Pentagon Speech

Pete Hegseth drew fierce backlash after using an anti-trans slur while delivering a combative speech outlining his vision for the US military (Credit: Gage Skidmore/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS)

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth sparked fresh controversy on Wednesday after using an anti-trans slur while laying out his vision for the US military at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia.

Speaking to about 600 junior officers and enlisted leaders during his second annual 'State of the Force' address, Hegseth offered a blunt description of the force he wants to build.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.