Hegseth Brings 6 Children on France Trip, Straining Security Amid Iran War Threats

3 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Jun 5

Six of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s children accompanied him on an official trip to France that began Friday, according to the latest report.
Pentagon officials said Hegseth is paying their travel costs, but one current and two former officials said the decision is adding pressure to his personal protective detail.
That strain comes as threats have increased because of the Iran war, raising security concerns around the secretary’s overseas travel.
The episode puts scrutiny on how senior officials balance family arrangements with protection demands during a period of elevated risk.

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