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Peter Brian Hegseth is a renowned American television personality, author, and military veteran recognized for his strong political beliefs and media presence.
Hegseth has established himself as a prominent voice for conservative principles and a contributor to Fox News. Peter is the second-youngest person to serve as secretary of defense, after Donald Rumsfeld and the first Minnesotan to serve in the position.
Biography
Peter Hegseth was born on 6 June 1980 in Forest Lake, Minnesota. Raised in Minnesota, Hegseth attended Princeton University for his further education, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in politics. After completing his undergraduate degree, he went to Harvard University and graduated from the John F. Kennedy School of Government with a Master of Public Policy.
Hegseth became a major in the U.S. Army National Guard. He was sent to Guantanamo Bay, Afghanistan, and Iraq, and for his service, he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Bronze Star Medal.
He moved into the media and political activism after serving in the military.
He rose to the position of executive director of Vets for Freedom, a group that supports the United States’ ongoing military involvement in Iraq. Later, he advocated for VA healthcare changes with Concerned Veterans for America.
As a Fox News contributor, Hegseth became well-known across the country for his analysis of military and political issues. His opinions on issues including media bias, government policy, and American patriotism are well-known.
Hegseth is an author who has written several works that express his conservative viewpoint. He explores leadership, political action, and American principles in his writings “In the Arena” and “American Crusade.”
Peter Hegseth Parents
Peter was born to a basketball coach, Brian, and an executive business coach,h, Penny.
Peter Hegseth Age, Birthdate, Height, Weight
He was born on 6 June 1980, and as of 2025, he is 44 years old. However, his height and weight have not been revealed.
Peter Hegseth’s Wife
Peter has married three times. He was married to Meredith Schwartz from 2004 to 2009. He later married Samantha Deering from 2010 to 2017. However, he is now married to Jennifer Rauchet.
Peter Hegseth Children
He has 7 Children.
Peter Hegseth’s Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth of about a million dollars.
References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pete_Hegseth
https://www.thestreet.com/personalities/pete-hegseth-net-worth
