Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attends a meeting in the Philippines last week. (Ezra Acayan/Getty Images) | | | | | | | What to know Senior Pentagon officials face scrutiny after the Iran war's unpopularity contributed to GOP losses in the midterms. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Gen. Dan Caine and Adm. Brad Cooper are under pressure for their roles. Democrats plan investigations into the war and other controversial actions. President Trump has defended Hegseth but may seek accountability for the election outcome, according to sources. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |