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Pete Hegseth’s mother appeared on a Fox show to defend her son’s character, stating that he has undergone a positive transformation. She spoke on the network where her son was employed.
Written by Jennifer S. Forsyth
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On Wednesday morning, Penelope Hegseth, the mother of Pete Hegseth, stated that her son has changed since 2018. She previously sent an email accusing him of mistreating women and lacking moral character.
Mrs. Hegseth mentioned on "Fox & Friends" that Pete is now a different person, having been redeemed, forgiven, and changed.
"I really hope that people, especially female senators, take the time to get to know Pete today and listen to him with an open heart. It’s important to hear the truth about Pete and understand that he does not mistreat women."
She made an appearance after The New York Times released an email she had written while Mr. Hegseth was going through a difficult divorce from his second wife. In an interview with The Times on Friday, she stated that she did not stand by what was said in the email and had apologized to her son in a subsequent email.
Following recent reports in The New Yorker alleging alcohol abuse and mismanagement of nonprofit organizations, further scrutiny has been placed on Mr. Hegseth. Additionally, a woman filed a police complaint accusing him of rape at a political conference in 2017, although no charges were filed and Mr. Hegseth’s lawyer stated the encounter was consensual.
The negative consequences of the situation have put Mr. Hegseth’s prospects of becoming the head of the Defense Department in the upcoming Trump administration at risk, as President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly considering different candidates for the position.
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