Mark Hegseth

Defense Secretary

Washington, D.C.

About Mark

Mark Hegseth is an American politician and businessman. He served as the Secretary of Defense under President Donald Trump from 2017 to 2018. Hegseth has a background in business and has worked as a stockbroker. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and has served in the Minnesota House of Representatives. Hegseth is known for his conservative views and has been a vocal supporter of the Trump administration. He is based in Washington, D.C.

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Prediction markets, pardons spark questions over who's profiting from Trump's presidency

PBS News Hour - Segments•Mar 31, 2026•7:13•guest