Pete Hegseth Faces Backlash After Mother's Abuse Allegations
Pete Hegseth, a potential Defense Secretary nominee, faces backlash after a 2018 email from his mother, Penelope Hegseth, accused him of being an "abuser of women." Although she has since retracted her statement, the email has sparked criticism from pundits and social media, questioning his suitability for the role. Conservatives have criticized The New York Times for publishing the private exchange, arguing it was done to undermine his nomination.