🏛️ Politics Apr 7, 2026 · John Hudson, Ellen Nakashima, Tara Copp

Hegseth’s boastful claims about Iran war contradict reality, officials say

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The defense secretary’s rosy portrayal of U.S. success in the conflict risks misinforming the public and the president, observers worry.

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