Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted a workout clip from Guantanamo Bay that set off a firestorm online — viewers slammed his performance and fitness experts criticized his technique. Read on to discover the full story!
The video, shared by his department’s account, showed Hegseth running with military members, then attempting heavy bench and overhead work. He completed 44 bench reps and strained to reach a 45th, prompting wide attention when the footage went viral and opponents labeled him "weak and unfit."