Political Quotes

Pete Hegseth

The Public Record

U.S. Secretary of Defense in the Trump administration; Army National Guard veteran and former Fox News host.

Oct 3, 2025

These strikes will continue until the attacks on the American people are over!!!!

nypost.com
Oct 2, 2025

If the words I’m speaking today are making your heart sink, then you should do the honorable thing and resign.

thehill.com
Oct 2, 2025

fight with stupid rules of engagement.

msnbc.com
Oct 1, 2025

We unleash overwhelming and punishing violence on the enemy

usatoday.com
Oct 1, 2025

If the words I’m speaking today are making your heart sink, then you should do the honorable thing and resign

usatoday.com
Oct 1, 2025

If you want a beard, you can join Special Forces. If not, then shave.

theintercept.com
Oct 1, 2025

Should our enemies choose foolishly to challenge us, they will be crushed by the violence, precision and ferocity of the War Department.

usatoday.com
Sep 30, 2025

When in doubt, assess the situation, follow your gut, and if it’s the best for the military, make a change.

nypost.com
Sep 30, 2025

I don't want my son serving alongside troops who are out of shape or in a combat unit with females who can't meet the same combat arms physical standards as men.

cbsnews.com
Sep 30, 2025

The era of unprofessional appearance is over.

cbsnews.com
Sep 30, 2025

Of course, we know our unity is our strength.

nypost.com
Sep 30, 2025

If the words I’m speaking today are making your heart sink, then you should do the honorable thing and resign.

msnbc.com