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The Trump administration announced major moves in the Panama Canal this week, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth explaining Thursday that the deals are a means of serving American interests and work...
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Panama said on Wednesday the United States recognized its sovereignty over the Panama Canal, despite tough rhetoric from Washington, as the two nations announced agreements to deepen U.S. military tra...

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth touts 'historic' deals to deter 'Chinese influence' in Panama Canal
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth breaks down recent arrangements around the Panama Canal and addresses rising temperatures in relations with China on "The Will Cain Show."
Pete Hegseth vows to ‘take back’ Panama Canal from ‘China’s influence’
China did not build this canal. China does not operate this canal and China will not weaponize this canal,” the Pentagon chief said in remarks from Panama.
Panama Should Secure Canal With US Not China, Hegseth Says
U.S. Defense Secretary Peter Hegseth said on Wednesday he sees the Panama Canal as key terrain that Panama should secure together with the United States and not with China, adding it was important to protect it from "malign" influence.
US recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks
Panama said on Wednesday the United States recognized its sovereignty over the Panama Canal, despite tough rhetoric from Washington, as the two nations announced agreements to deepen U.S. military training in the Central American nation.
Panama says US recognizes its control over canal
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US to 'take back' Panama Canal from Chinese influence, visiting Pentagon chief says
The United States will "take back" the Panama Canal from Chinese influence, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday during a visit to the Central American nation.
Pete Hegseth senior adviser is pushing for Pentagon to cut ties with Scouting America
Critics like the adviser, a former Fox News producer, say the group formerly known as the Boy Scouts is too "woke." No decision has been made.
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‘Liar’: Democrats Call for Pete Hegseth to Resign
Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) is calling for the resignation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following allegations he shared sensitive military information in a private Signal chat. The allegations were based on a report from The Atlantic Editor-In-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg,
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Pete Hegseth Suggests U.S. Could 'Revive' Military Bases in Panama, Draws Quick Rejection
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth suggested the possibility of reestablishing a U.S. military presence in the country to help secure the Panama Canal, a proposal that was swiftly rejected by Panamanian officials.
Don't fall for Pete Hegseth rumor claiming he stormed off Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show'
Despite misleading YouTube videos, U.S. President Donald Trump's defense secretary has never been a guest on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
'Make no mistake': US Defense Sec Pete Hegseth's stark warning on China's military expansion amid tariff war
China's military has too large of a presence in the Western Hemisphere, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said as the US and China are locked in a bitter trade war amid tariff tensions. His remarks came after China's tourism ministry has issued a new "risk alert" about the U.
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Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth says US could "revive" Panama bases
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday floated the idea of US troops returning to Panama to "secure" its strategically vital canal.
Trump Has Sought Outside Opinions on Pete Hegseth amid Signal Scandal, Mar-a-Lago Source Says: 'He's Worried' (Exclusive)
Sources tell PEOPLE that President Donald Trump has asked around about his next steps following the scandal in which journalist Jeffrey Goldberg was mistakenly added to a private national security gro
DOD Opens Investigation Into Pete Hegseth's Use Of Signal
Senior Trump administration officials have been accused of using the third-party app to discuss highly sensitive national security information.
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Samantha Hegseth: Everything to know about Pete Hegseth's wife
Who is Pete Hegseth's wife Samantha Hegseth? Samantha was Pete's second wife and was married to him for 7 years. Read on to find out more about her.
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DoD Inspector General Launches Probe Into Pete Hegseth’s Use of Signal — Defying White House Statement That Leaked Chat Case is ‘Closed’
The acting inspector general for the Pentagon announced an investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s use of the signal app to discuss potentially classified information with other members of the Trump cabinet last month.
Hegseth spurs fiery response from Beijing over Panama Canal ‘threat’ comments
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday the Panama Canal faces ongoing threats from China but that together the United States and Panama will keep it secure.
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