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Pete Hegseth’s mother went on a Fox show to support her son’s character, emphasizing that he has undergone positive changes. She spoke on the network where her son was employed to address concerns and highlight his growth.
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 when she sent an email accusing him of mistreating women and lacking moral character.
During an interview on "Fox & Friends," Mrs. Hegseth mentioned that Pete has undergone a transformation and is now a different individual. She stated that he has been forgiven, redeemed, and has shown signs of change.
"I am optimistic that today people will have the opportunity to learn about Pete, particularly our female senators. I encourage you to listen to him with an open heart and recognize the truth in what he says. It is important to note that he does not mistreat women."
She made an appearance following The New York Times’ publication of 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 the content of that email and had since apologized to her son in a subsequent email.
Following reports of alcohol abuse and mismanagement of non-profit organizations that were recently published in The New Yorker, there have been further developments in the case involving Mr. Hegseth. Allegations have also surfaced regarding a police complaint from a woman who accused him of rape at a political conference in 2017. Despite no charges being filed after an investigation, Mr. Hegseth’s lawyer, Timothy Parlatore, maintains that the encounter was consensual.
The negative consequences of the situation have put Mr. Hegseth’s potential appointment as head of the Defense Department in the upcoming Trump administration at risk. President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly considering alternative candidates for the position.
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