Hegseth to testify before Congress for first time since start of Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to testify before the House Armed Services Committee in late April, marking his first public appearance before Congress since the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran began. The hearing comes as the Trump administration navigates an active military engagement in the Middle East and faces scrutiny over its defense strategy and operations. Hegseth's testimony will likely be scrutinized by lawmakers seeking answers on military objectives, force posture, and the administration's broader Iran policy. The committee has authority over defense spending and military operations, making this hearing a key opportunity for congressional oversight of an ongoing conflict. This will be Hegseth's first formal testimony since assuming the role of Defense Secretary under Trump.