Watchdog groups say Hegseth violated law with Pentagon video attacking Democrats

Watchdog groups say Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth likely violated federal law by using Pentagon staff and taxpayer resources to produce a self-promotional video attacking Democrats, according to a Washington Post report. The six-minute video, posted Thursday outside the Pentagon, criticizes former President Biden and lawmakers from both parties while defending the Iran war and praising President Trump. His office confirmed production but declined to disclose costs or legal compliance reviews. Hegseth faces a possible House impeachment vote next week, and some Republicans, including Rep. James Comer, have expressed doubts about his leadership. Watchdog groups say enforcement is unlikely since Trump fired the Office of Special Counsel head.