Pentagon Appoints Hegseth’s Brother: Nepotism or Merit?
Phil Hegseth, brother of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, serves as a senior advisor and DHS liaison at the Pentagon, a position raising concerns about potential nepotism. His role includes significant responsibilities, such as accompanying the Secretary on trips, including a recent Indo-Pacific tour, and interacting with high-profile individuals. While interagency liaisons are common, the placement of a cabinet member’s family member in such a senior role is unusual. Questions remain regarding Phil Hegseth’s qualifications and whether his hiring complies with federal nepotism laws.
John Q. Hosedrinker