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Pete Hegseth’s “War on Beards” Takes a New Turn

Although Hegseth has insisted that the US military resume strict discipline on beards, some units within it continue to grow ...

Hegseth won’t meet troops with beards during South Korea trip

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has cracked down on shaving waivers since taking charge of the Pentagon in January.

Pentagon Pete Takes His War on Beards to Whole New Theater

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has fired another shot in his personal war on facial hair in the armed forces. The former ...

Troops with beards barred from Hegseth event in South Korea: Report

U.S. troops with facial hair were barred from attending an upcoming event with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in South Korea ...
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Pete Hegseth Meets With Troops on Korea Trip—Except Those With Beards

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth won’t even look at any soldiers with beards during his upcoming South Korean engagement.

Pete Hegseth refuses to meet with bearded soldiers in South Korea

Bearded service member won’t be allowed to meet with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth when he visits South Korea next week. He ...