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Hegseth Rejects Claims of U.S. Munitions Shortage After On‑Air Fact Check

His public dismissal contrasts with sworn testimony plus independent estimates showing heavy munitions use with multi‑year rebuild timelines, creating pressure on industry, Congress, allies.

Trump and Hegseth Press Military Remake at Quantico, Signaling Tougher Culture and Domestic Use

Pentagon Sets One-Year Limit on Shaving Waivers, Allowing Discharge for Persistent Razor-Bump Cases