Fox News host Pete Hegseth has been selected by President-elect Trump to serve as his secretary of defense.&nbsp;

"I am honored to announce that I have nominated Pete Hegseth to serve in my Cabinet as The Secretary of Defense. Pete has spent his entire life as a Warrior for the Troops, and for the Country. Pete is tough, smart and a true believer in America First," Trump said in a statement.&nbsp;

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Hegseth served in the US Army and did tours in Guantanamo Bay, Iraq and Afghanistan{ai:summary}President-elect Trump has nominated Fox News host Pete Hegseth as his secretary of defense. Trump praised Hegseth as a dedicated advocate for the military and a strong supporter of America First policies.Hegseth's nomination reflects Trump's focus on appointing individuals who align with his administration's values. #military

Fox News host Pete Hegseth to serve as defense secretary under Trump

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