News · 16 April 2026

Defense Secretary Hegseth compares reporters to Jesus's enemies

The US press recently faced strong biblical comparisons from a senior government official. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cited scripture at a Pentagon briefing on Thursday, likening reporters to the Pharisees who sought to "destroy him." He specifically claimed "the legacy, Trump-hating press" scrutinised good acts, only looking for negatives with "hardened hearts."

By BriefTea Editorial · 16 April 2026 at 18:26

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