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Congress needs to put a stop to Pete Hegseth's purges

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his critics agree on one thing: The Pentagon is in urgent need of transformation. The change he’s pursuing, however, is endangering that vital mission.

  • Pete Hegseth purges at least 20 top military officials.
  • Hegseth blocks promotions for many Black and female officers.
  • Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll resigns over treatment of personnel.

ICC panel found no misconduct by Karim Khan, report says

A THREE-member panel reviewing allegations of sexual misconduct against International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan unanimously found that a UN investigation did not establish misconduct or a…

  • ICC panel found no misconduct by prosecutor Karim Khan.
  • UN investigation concluded no evidence of misconduct.
  • Report submitted to Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties on March 9.

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