Hegseth Calls CNN Coverage “Fake News”

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sharply criticized CNN coverage during a tense exchange with reporters, calling the network’s reporting “fake news.” Hegseth accused the outlet of misrepresenting key details about U.S. military operations and broader developments tied to the ongoing conflict with Iran. The remarks highlight escalating tensions between the Pentagon and major media outlets as coverage of the war intensifies. The clash reflects a wider political divide over how the conflict and related national security issues are being reported and debated in Washington.