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Pete Hegseth could be investigated for illegal orders by 5 different bodies – but none are likely to lead to charges

  • Written by Joshua Kastenberg, Professor of Law, University of New Mexico
imageDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth attends a cabinet meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, DC on December 2, 2025. Carolyn Van Houten/The Washington Post via Getty Images

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