Allegation of Sexual Assault Against Pete Hegseth
A police report on the allegation of sexual assault against Fox News star Pete Hegseth, nominated for secretary of defense by President-elect Donald Trump, contains graphic details of a 2017 encounter. Hegseth denied the assault, claiming it was consensual and that he later paid his accuser as part of a nondisclosure agreement. The police report concluded that the allegations were false.
Key Points
- Police report obtained by Mediaite details 2017 sexual assault allegation against Pete Hegseth
- Hegseth denied the assault, claimed it was consensual, and paid his accuser for nondisclosure
- Police concluded the allegations were false
Pros
- Detailed investigation by the police
- Clear denial of the assault by Hegseth
Cons
- Graphic details of the alleged assault
- Impact on the accuser's mental health