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Pete Hegseth’s mother spoke on a Fox show to defend her son’s character, stating that he had undergone significant personal growth and change. She is the mother of the individual chosen by President-elect Donald J. Trump to be defense secretary.
Written by Jennifer S. Forsyth
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On Wednesday morning, Penelope Hegseth, the mother of Pete Hegseth, stated that her son had changed since 2018, when she sent an email accusing him of mistreating women and lacking moral values.
During an appearance on "Fox & Friends," Mrs. Hegseth stated that Pete has transformed into a new individual, being redeemed, forgiven, and changed.
"I hope that today people, including our female senators, will take the time to understand who Pete is and listen to him with compassion. It is important to listen to the truth about Pete and know that he does not mistreat women."
She made an appearance after The New York Times released an email she wrote while Pete Hegseth was going through a difficult divorce with his second wife. In an interview with The Times on Friday, she stated that she did not stand by what she said in the email and had apologized to her son in a subsequent email.
Following reports of alcohol abuse and mismanagement of charitable organizations, an article in The New Yorker shed light on these accusations. Additionally, Peter Hegseth faced allegations of rape by a woman at a political event in 2017, although no charges were filed after an investigation. Hegseth’s lawyer, Timothy Parlatore, stated that the encounter was consensual.
The negative consequences of the situation have put Mr. Hegseth’s potential appointment as the head of the Defense Department in the upcoming Trump administration at risk. President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly exploring alternative candidates for the position.
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