Event Brief
Hegseth warns allies will face consequences for not helping
Filed: Apr 29, 2026 at 11:03 AM ET
Summary: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Congress the US will reward allies that step up and punish those that fail.
WHO: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
WHAT: Said the US will help allies that increase defense support and punish partners that do not
WHEN: Apr 29, 2026 at 10:08 AM ET
WHERE: Congress
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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