Pete Hegseth is a television host, bestselling author, and U.S. Army veteran known for his role on Fox & Friends Weekend. After graduating Princeton and Harvard, he served in the Army National Guard with tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, earning two Bronze Stars. His military experience informs his advocacy for veterans, national security, and patriotic values.

Hegseth is also a New York Times bestselling author of "In the Arena," "American Crusade," and his latest book, "The War on Warriors," where he critiques American politics, media and education. Known for his direct style, he remains an active voice in media and has led veterans' advocacy groups like Concerned Veterans for America.