Hegseth Gets Caught - March 31, 2026

Donald Trump reportedly tells aides he’s willing to end the Iran war without reopening the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a possible shift as confusion persists over the timeline—Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth admits it could be “three weeks… six to eight weeks… any number,” while scrutiny grows over his broker attempting defense investments ahead of the conflict. Markets reel as Wall Street closes its worst quarter in four years, adding economic pressure to the escalating crisis.

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