Trump Singles Out Pete Hegseth During Iran Talks — Remarks Draw Quick Backlash

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News (2 / 1) 27.05.2026 22:54 / Julia

Praise and a provocative quip

Trump also praised Hegseth — a former Fox host — suggesting he was almost "central casting," and added, "He loves war." When pressed on how long the conflict might last, the president compared the months-long engagement to long past wars and noted U.S. losses of "13 souls," saying the administration aimed to keep casualties low.

Backlash and reaction

The remarks, and a separate Memorial Day joke about names at Arlington, drew criticism online. One X user called the Memorial Day quip an "abomination," while others said the moment was inappropriate for a solemn occasion.