Hegseth faces Congress for first time since Iran war began

WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify before lawmakers this week for the first time since the United States entered a war with Iran. The hearings mark a critical moment for the Pentagon chief, who will face questions about the military campaign, troop deployments, and the strategic goals of the conflict. Hegseth has not appeared before Congress since hostilities began. The sessions are expected to be closely watched, as both Republican and Democratic lawmakers seek clarity on the administration’s war plan and its endgame.