Pete Hegseth Nomination and Texas Law Under Spotlight

Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and combat veteran, faces scrutiny in his nomination for Secretary of Defense. The Senate Armed Services Committee questioned Hegseth about allegations of mismanagement and his past comments on women in combat. The hearing also highlighted debates about military investment in regions like Alaska. Separately, the Supreme Court is evaluating a Texas law requiring age verification for accessing certain online content, raising significant legal questions about privacy and First Amendment rights.