On this Easter morning, we remember that the grave could not hold the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, Jesus Christ. The tomb is empty.

He faced death—and won. The ultimate sacrifice so that we can live for eternity.

Christ is King!

Wishing a blessed Easter to all our American warriors and their families.

Pete Hegseth

NEWS: Veteran Medal of Honor Recipient Rejoins Marine Corps After 15 Years

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4159343/veteran-medal-of-honor-recipient-rejoins-marine-corps-after-15-years/

Pete Hegseth

Excellent meeting today with my French counterpart, Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu.

We discussed the imperative need for Europeans to meet a 5% defense spending commitment to restore deterrence with ready, lethal conventional forces. 🇺🇸🇫🇷

Pete Hegseth

This morning, I joined our Marines and Tulsi Gabbard for a motivating PT session at Henderson Hall.

Every rep, every drop of sweat, reminds us of the toughness and tenacity that defend our nation.

Pete Hegseth

I am very saddened to learn of the tragic accident yesterday that took the lives of two of our nation’s heroes and seriously injured another.

My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with them, their families, and the unit.

Pete Hegseth

Joint Task Force Southern Border News: Vehicle accident near Santa Teresa, New Mexico results in service member fatalities

Pete Hegseth

It was an honor to celebrate the midshipman from the @NavalAcademy for their victory in the Commander-In-Chief Bowl at the White House.

We couldn't be more proud of these future leaders.

Pete Hegseth

.Sec Def: What @POTUS said in his Joint Address is that China has too much influence over the Panama Canal and America’s going to take it back — and that’s exactly what I was charged to do… Chinese influence cannot control our own backyard.

Pete Hegseth

To our warfighters, and the American taxpayers we will continue to deliver on our promise of transparency.

This is what we did this week🇺🇸

Pete Hegseth

Honored to join Pete Hegseth today at the promotion of LCDR Ortagus and the swearing in of Ensign Coffey into the U.S. Navy Reserves. God Bless America. 🇺🇸

https://t.me/PamelaJoBondi

🇺🇸 Pete Hegseth welcomes back service members with back pay who were discharged for refusing the vaccine:

"If you are a person of conscience, a person of faith who believed you shouldn’t have to take an experimental vaccine in order to serve in our military, we will apologize to you, we will recognize the wrong that’s been done, we will welcome you back with rank and back pay, and we want your service."

Pete Hegseth

“The United States wants a hemisphere of secured prosperous sovereign nations.

This is not globalism or interventionism; instead, it is a golden age of shared national interest. We want this to be a golden age for our countries and this hemisphere.

We want to make the America’s great again.”

Pete Hegseth

"We just got back from Panama last night. We were at the Panama Canal... and signed a couple of historic deals... we're taking back the canal. China's had too much influence. Obama and others let them creep in. We, along with Panama, are pushing them out, sir."

Pete Hegseth

New @DOGE findings, this time it’s $5.1 billion.

Pete Hegseth

Today, our team had the opportunity to tour the USS Chosin to see the amazing work our @USNavy warriors are doing in the @Southcom AOR.

Pete Hegseth

"We'll be signing...a Joint Declaration with the Minister of Canal Affairs on the security & operation of the Panama Canal, which is a framework for U.S. warships & auxiliary ships to sail first and free through the Panama Canal."

Pete Hegseth

Minister @frankabregom, @Southcom Admiral Alvin Holsey, Ministers and Chiefs of Defense, it was great to be here with all of you for the CENTSEC 25 conference.
We’re looking forward to working together with each and every one of you and your nations to Make the Americas Great Again.

Pete Hegseth

On April 8, I called Egyptian Minister of Defense, General Abd-al-Majid Ahmad Saqr to discuss opportunities to advance shared interests in the Middle East. The Minister and I agreed on the importance of Red Sea security and countering Iranian-backed proxies. 

Upholding navigational freedom in the Red Sea through our policy of peace through strength MAKES AMERICA SAFER, STRONGER, AND MORE PROSPEROUS!

Pete Hegseth

I want to be VERY clear. China did not BUILD this canal, China does not operate this canal, and China will not weaponize this canal.

Pete Hegseth

Thank you, Minister @frankabregom, for welcoming me to Palacio de Las Garzas. U.S. and Panama face shared security challenges and common threats. Together, we will deter them by increasing our defenses and achieving peace through strength.

Pete Hegseth

Productive meeting with our Panamanian counterparts at Palacio de Las Garzas today. America’s long-standing security partnership with Panama is a reflection of our mutual respect and trust.

Pete Hegseth

MANY more coming back soon!

“@USArmy reenlists nearly two dozen soldiers ousted for refusing COVID-19 vaccine.”

https://apnews.com/article/military-reenlist-covid-back-pay-army-a9d8560c091da8c04b793114abaf967a?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share

Pete Hegseth

This is how we stay strong, united, and ready!

Started the day off with a motivating run alongside some of America’s finest. Proud to experience these moments of building camaraderie and readiness.

Pete Hegseth

What a fantastic welcome to Panama! I’m looking forward to meeting with my Panamanian counterparts to continue the critical work of strengthening the U.S.-Panama security cooperation.

Pete Hegseth

Wheels up at @Andrews_JBA and headed to Panama! It is a privilege to represent the U.S. as the first SECDEF to visit the nation in over two decades.

Pete Hegseth

"It has been a bad three weeks for the Houthis. It's about to get worse."

Pete Hegseth

It was an honor to welcome Speaker Johnson and other members of Congress to the Pentagon.

Together, we will ensure that our Warfighters are always put first.

Pete Hegseth

Together, we will ensure our warfighters are healthy and fit to fight!

https://t.me/SecretaryKennedy

For too long, we’ve allowed standards to slip within the ranks for men/women serving in combat MOS’s. This is unacceptable and over.

For those willing to serve, the standards must be high and elite!

This is vital to maintain the greatest fighting force the world has ever known.

Pete Hegseth

Today, I was informed that the remains of the fourth and final missing U.S. Army Soldier from the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division were recovered in Lithuania. I want to personally extend my deepest condolences to the families of all four fallen Soldiers. Our hearts are heavy across the Department of Defense. We are deeply grateful to our brave servicemembers who enabled this difficult recovery and to our Lithuanian hosts who labored alongside them. The recovery was conducted with urgency, resolve and deep respect for the fallen. We will never forget these soldiers — and our prayers are with their families.

Pete Hegseth

Honored to speak to our rising leaders of the @USNavy and @USMC. The future of our naval forces is in great hands @NavalAcademy.

Pete Hegseth

Our @NavalAcademy is where commitment begins and where our warfighters are created! The future of our nation’s @USNavy and @USMC is strong!

Pete Hegseth

Different physical standards for men and women in the U.S. military have existed for a long time. BUT, there were also combat roles that were male-only.

Then, under Obama, all combat roles were opened to men AND women. BUT, different physical fitness standards for men and women remained.

Today at @DeptofDefense — we fix this. All combat roles are open to men and women BUT they must all meet the same, high standard.

No standards will be lowered AND all combat roles will only have sex-neutral standards. Common sense.

Pete Hegseth

Check out this video of our military working dogs in action. 🐕
These four-legged warriors are on a mission to keep our nation safe, operating across land, sea and air.

Pete Hegseth

For far too long, we have allowed standards to slip. We’ve had different standards for men/women serving in combat arms MOS’s and jobs….

That’s not acceptable, and it changes right now!

Pete Hegseth

NEWS: Sec Def Announces U.S. Forces Japan's Upgrade to Joint Force Command

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4139213/defense-secretary-announces-us-forces-japans-upgrade-to-joint-force-command/

Pete Hegseth

NEWS: Sec Def Orders Civilian Workforce Realignment in DOD, Reopens DRP

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4138965/hegseth-orders-civilian-workforce-realignment-in-dod-reopens-drp/

Pete Hegseth

NEWS Sec Def Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Battle of Iwo Jima

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4139125/hegseth-commemorates-80th-anniversary-of-battle-of-iwo-jima/

Pete Hegseth

Yesterday, I signed a memo ordering a civilian workforce realignment in DOD that will make us more efficient and incentivize top performers.

Pete Hegseth

For 36 days, Marines fought yard by yard, often hand-to-hand, against a determined enemy. They prevailed through duty, courage, and an unbreakable will. 22 Marines earned the Medal of Honor—heroes of Iwo Jima, forever remembered.

Pete Hegseth

America stands with Greenland.

Pete Hegseth

I am honored to pay tribute to the heroes at Manila American Cemetery, the final resting place of over 17,000 warriors who gave their lives in the Pacific. Their sacrifice reminds us that freedom is never free. We will never forget.

Pete Hegseth

President @bongbongmarcos, thank you for the warm welcome. Our commitment to the U.S.-Philippines alliance remains ironclad, and our two nations will continue to work together to strengthen deterrence in this vital region.

Pete Hegseth

It was great meeting with our service men and women at Andersen AFB, Guam, the frontline in the Indo-Pacific. Thanks for stepping up and achieving peace through strength.

Pete Hegseth

It was a pleasure meeting with Governor Guerrero and Governor Palacios today. Guam and CNMI are vital to America and central to our defense mission. Thank you for your commitment to working with DOD. As @POTUS has made clear, we will achieve peace through strength.

Pete Hegseth

Had the privilege of meeting the outstanding men and women of the 95th Wing on board “The Nightwatch.” Thanks for your dedication and hard work in ensuring the success of our mission as we continue our travels across the Indo-Pacific.

Pete Hegseth

So, let’s me get this straight. The Atlantic released the so-called “war plans” and those “plans” include: No names. No targets. No locations. No units. No routes. No sources. No methods. And no classified information.

Those are some really shitty war plans.

This only proves one thing: Jeff Goldberg has never seen a war plan or an “attack plan” (as he now calls it). Not even close.

As I type this, my team and I are traveling the INDOPACOM region, meeting w/ Commanders (the guys who make REAL “war plans”) and talking to troops.

We will continue to do our job, while the media does what it does best: peddle hoaxes.

Pete Hegseth

"That's what President Trump has charged the Defense Department with doing: reviving the warrior ethos, rebuilding the military, and reestablishing deterrence... Anybody that knows me and knows President Trump knows how much we love the warriors." 🇺🇸🫡

Pete Hegseth

Outstanding time with our Airmen and Guardians—the warfighters securing the high ground. Lethal, ready, and relentless. Thrilled to recognize some of the best with my coin. Keep pushing the limits.

Pete Hegseth

Motivating time spent with the warriors of K-Bay—Marines who embody discipline and lethality. America’s enemies take note—these Devil Dogs are always ready.

Pete Hegseth

No one should question the United States' resolve to defend its interests in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

Pete Hegseth

Honored to take part in the #USSArizona Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony—a tribute to the heroes of December 7, 1941. Their ultimate sacrifice reminds us that freedom is never free. We will always remember and honor them.

Pete Hegseth

.Sec Def addresses the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg being inadvertently added to a high-level chat on the Houthi strikes:

“You are talking about a deceitful and highly discredited so-called journalist who has made a profession of peddling hoaxes.”

Pete Hegseth

https://t.me/SecDefPeteHegseth

Great to meet with @INDOPACOM Commander ADM Samuel Paparo. Our unwavering commitment to deterrence, readiness, and strength alongside our allies and partners is the cornerstone of our mission.

Pete Hegseth

Precision every time from the 452nd and 60th Air Mobility Wing. Thanks for the refuel.

Pete Hegseth

Amazing visit with Elon Musk at the Pentagon today. He is a patriot, and I look forward to continuing our work together. With Elon and @DOGE we are ensuring our Military continues to be the greatest fighting force the world has ever known.

Pete Hegseth

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin: The F-47 will be the “crown jewel in the next generation air dominance family of systems.”

Pete Hegseth

The Next Generation of Air Dominance sends a very direct and clear message to our allies and our enemies that we are not going anywhere!

Pete Hegseth

Another round of @DOGE findings here at the Department of Defense.

Pete Hegseth

NEWS: DOD's Acquisition Community Already Working on Golden Dome, Big Team Effort Required

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4127682/dods-acquisition-community-already-working-on-golden-dome-big-team-effort-requi/

Pete Hegseth

NEWS: Retired Soldier's Valor Recognized With Distinguished Service Cross

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4124020/retired-soldiers-valor-recognized-with-distinguished-service-cross/

Pete Hegseth

NEWS: Sec Def Hegseth Says Campaign Against Houthis Will be 'Unrelenting' Until Hostilities Cease

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4122357/hegseth-says-campaign-against-houthis-will-be-unrelenting-until-hostilities-cea/

Pete Hegseth

Amazing response Sean. You are absolutely correct! Accountability is coming.

Pete Hegseth

Thank you Conor Mc Gregor for your love/support of the American warfighter!

Pete Hegseth

“An era of PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH is back — The minute the Houthis say ‘we’ll stop shooting at your ships, we’ll stop shooting at your drones,’ this campaign will end. But until then, it will be un-relenting.” 🇺🇸

Pete Hegseth

Godspeed to our Warriors.

Houthi attacks on American ships & aircraft (and our troops!) will not be tolerated; and Iran, their benefactor, is on notice.

Freedom of Navigation will be restored.

America—under President Donald Trump—will NEVER back down.

Pete Hegseth

Peace Through Strength, every single day.

Pete Hegseth

CENTCOM Forces Kill ISIS Chief of Global Operations Who Also Served as ISIS #2

On March 13, U.S. Central Command forces, in cooperation with Iraqi Intelligence and Security Forces, conducted a precision airstrike in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, that killed the Global ISIS #2 leader, Chief of Global Operations and the Delegated Committee Emir – Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, alias “Abu Khadijah”, and one other ISIS operative.

As the Emir of ISIS’ most senior decision-making body, Abu Khadijah maintained responsibility for operations, logistics, and planning conducted by ISIS globally, and directs a significant portion of finance for the group’s global organization.

After the strike, CENTCOM and Iraqi forces moved to the strike site and found both dead ISIS terrorists. Both terrorists were wearing unexploded “suicide vests” and had multiple weapons. CENTCOM and Iraqi forces were able to identify Abu Khadijah through a DNA match from DNA collected on a previous raid where Abu Khadijah narrowly escaped.

“Abu Khadijah was one of the most important ISIS members in the entire global ISIS organization. We will continue to kill terrorists and dismantle their organizations that threaten our homeland and U.S., allied and partner personnel in the region and beyond,” said Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, commander, U.S. Central Command.

Pete Hegseth

Congratulations to Stephen Feinberg, our NEW Deputy Secretary of Defense! His appointment is well-deserved and he’s the right man for the job—the stakes couldn’t be higher. Let's get to work!

Pete Hegseth

Sean is correct! The Department of Defense will seek quality - not quotas.

Pete Hegseth

Correct 👉 “US military cancels climate change studies that Pentagon chief calls 'crap'” @DOGE

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-military-cancels-climate-change-studies-that-pentagon-chief-calls-crap-2025-03-10/

Pete Hegseth

Promises Made, Promises Kept. Ansarallah, commonly referred to as the Houthis, is now designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, following their hundreds of attacks against commercial vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The Trump Administration is committed to protecting our national security interests.

Pete Hegseth

BREAKING: I can now report that today the FBI, along with our interagency partners led by Pam Bondi, arrested two active duty U.S. Army soldiers and one former U.S. Army soldier for theft of government property and a bribery scheme.

These individuals have been charged with stealing America’s defense intelligence capabilities and empowering adversaries like China in betrayal of our country.

They will now face American justice.

https://t.me/KashPatelDirectorFBI

“The press is interested in narratives. @POTUS is interested in PEACE!”

Pete Hegseth

To be clear,

We will achieve 100% OPERATIONAL CONTROL at the border!

FULL STOP.

Pete Hegseth

.VP delivers remarks from the SECURE southern border: "As @POTUS said last night... it turns out we didn't need new laws. We didn't need fancy legislation. We just needed a new President of the United States — and thank God that's exactly what we have."

Pete Hegseth

🚨 #BREAKING: VP Vance, Secretary of Defense Hegseth, and Director of National Intelligence Gabbard have just arrived at the southern border near Eagle Pass

It’s a BAD DAY to be a cartel member! 🔥

Give ‘em hell, guys!

https://t.me/JDVance