Pete Hegseth Accused of Wearing 'TV Studio Makeup' During Iran Budget Hearing

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News (2 / 1) 12.05.2026 18:56 / Peter

Studio Room and Denials

Reports said Hegseth ordered modifications to a room near the Pentagon briefing area to include a makeup studio, a project CBS News pegged at several thousand dollars. Hegseth pushed back, calling the tale "totally fake," while an aide said he does his own makeup before TV appearances. Insiders also claimed he was seen powdering his nose before meetings.

Critics Cite Ego and Turmoil

Beyond appearance jabs, insiders accused Hegseth of cosmetic procedures and said his recent firings of senior officials have damaged military leadership. Retired Maj. Gen. Paul Eaton warned of fractured cohesion and fear to speak up, and former Col. Kevin Carroll described behind-the-scenes “disarray.”