Episode

Dems Grill Hegseth Over Iran War

Podcast: The Beat with Ari Melber
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Duration seconds: 2507
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Summary

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House Armed Services Committee, marking his first hearing since the Iran war began. MS NOW's Melissa Murray reports and is joined by Admiral John Kirby.