Hegseth puts on the "full armor of God" His religious affairs office reports directly to him, allowing for "spiritual readiness" of the military Salon · 2h ago
When is the right time to compare US politics to the Nazi era? This expert on Christian nationalism says: now Robert P Jones argues that declining white Christian influence has fuelled an alliance with Trump, and warns it is reshaping US democracy The Guardian - US · 7h ago
Pete Hegseth just took his personal crusade to a new level The US defense secretary who hates ‘beardos, weirdos and wimps’ has announced an Office of Religious Affairs at the Pentagon The Guardian - US · 8h ago
Five Great Reads: ICE 2.0, millennial motherhood, and skinny-dipping with Christine Baranski The Guardian’s weekend wrap of essential reads from the past seven days, selected by Miles Herbert The Guardian - AU · 22h ago
Hegseth orders military ‘stand-down’ so troops can cast ballots in midterms: ‘We’re not telling you who to vote for’ In a recent poll, 57 percent of likely military voters said they would support a Republican candidate over a Democrat The Independent UK · Oct 2
Hegseth Puts 'Armor of God' at Pentagon's Core With New Religious Affairs Office Reporting Directly to Him Hegseth declares 'the real battle is spiritual' as a new Pentagon religious affairs office gives faith a direct line to the defence secretary. International Business Times UK · Oct 2
Trump's superpower is fading Relentless persistence has driven his quest for grift and revenge. With midterm payback coming, it's not enough Salon · Oct 2
First Thing: Christa Pike in ‘critical condition’ as Tennessee halts all executions Failed attempt to execute 50-year-old prompts review of state’s execution practices amid distressing witness accounts The Guardian - UK · Oct 2
Pete Hegseth creates Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs reporting directly to him Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is establishing a new Office of Religious Affairs to provide religious support. The office will report directly to him and support military chaplains. Critics have raised concerns about the potential elevation of Christianity in military policy. Hegseth aims to focus chaplains on spiritual care rather than… The Economic Times · Oct 2
‘Real battle is spiritual’: Pete Hegseth announces Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the creation of a Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs (ORA), marking the latest in a series of faith-related reforms at the Department of Defence headquarters. The Times of India · Oct 2
Pentagon Launches Office of Religious Affairs Reporting to Hegseth After 180 Religious Codes Removed Hegseth's new Office of Religious Affairs reports directly to him and carries fiscal deadlines, raising church-state questions for minority-faith and nonreligious troops. International Business Times UK · Oct 2
Pete Hegseth creates a Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs reporting directly to him Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is launching an office of religious affairs at the Pentagon The Independent UK · Oct 2
Hegseth to lead Pentagon’s controversial Office of Religious Affairs IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 1
Democrats to Trump: Show Us the Venezuela Oil Deal — or Face Subpoenas Five House Democrats demanded the Venezuela-NABEP oil deal's full contract on Sept. 30 after a classified briefing produced zero answers — and subpoenas may follow. Latin Times · Oct 1
The Independent UK · Oct 1 Outrage spreads over Hegseth plan for Religious Affairs office at the Pentagon Religious freedom advocates fear Hegseth’s ‘disgusting, immoral, unethical and unconstitutional’ move will open the door to Christian nationalist influence
The Guardian - US · Oct 1 Hegseth puts the future of warfare in the hands of major Maga donors Installing tech billionaires Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey to Pentago defense board raises conflict-of-interest concerns
Euronews · Oct 1 Elon Musk returns to Trump administration to co-lead Pentagon war study Musk, who in 2024 threw his support behind Trump and helped his return to the White House, served as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he spearheaded sweeping job cuts across the US federal government.
Euronews · Oct 1 El representante de EE.UU. en la OTAN: La revisión de las tropas en Europa dependerá del "América primero" The review of troops stationed in Europe was initiated after tensions rose over some NATO countries refusing US troops access to military bases for use in the war in Iran.
The Independent UK · Oct 1 Trump blows up in TIME interview on DC makeover, Iran and cost of living: ‘I don’t know what the hell’s wrong’ Trump-in-denial grows defensive and curses at a reporter when confronted with straight-forward questions about his second term
The Independent UK · Oct 1 Hegseth accused of playing ‘Russian roulette’ with US national security after latest military purge ‘Incredibly competent generals, and he’s getting rid of them,’ said Randy Manner, who retired in 2012 after serving more than 30 years in the US Army
International Business Times UK · Oct 1 Pete Hegseth Targets 'Woke' Military Culture, Cuts 20% of Top Brass, and Brands 'Partisan' Press Coverage 'Treason' Pete Hegseth outlines a 20% cut in US military general and flag officer positions, cultural changes, and a new command for autonomous warfare.
International Business Times UK · Oct 1 Critics Claim That Elon Musk Returning to the Donald Trump Administration 'Should Terrify Us All' Elon Musk will co-lead the Pentagon's 120-day Project Meridian study with Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich, prompting criticism over the trio's roles.
International Business Times UK · Oct 1 MAGA Insider Issues Warning That Hegseth Impeachment Could Put Collaborators on Path to 'The Hague' A former Josh Hawley adviser says the Hegseth impeachment debate could influence future legal scrutiny, including possible international proceedings.
International Business Times UK · Oct 1 US Defence Secretary Hegseth Sparks Fury With Anti-Trans Slur During Major Pentagon Speech Hegseth sparks outrage after using an anti-trans slur during a fiery Pentagon speech, while unveiling sweeping military reforms, a new base plan and an autonomous warfare command.
We Got This Covered · Oct 1 ‘Just warriors’: Pete Hegseth says the U.S. army wants ‘no fatties’, and claims that his department is ‘color-blind, gender-neutral, and merit-based’ Trump wants 'central casting' in the army.