Navigating Political and Natural Turbulence

This chapter explores Pete Hegseth's confirmation challenges as Defense Secretary amidst past controversies and political turmoil, including a crisis unfolding in South Korea. It highlights the strategic importance of the U.S.-South Korea alliance while also detailing the harsh realities faced by communities in North Carolina recovering from Hurricane Helene. Additionally, it touches on unpredictable crisis situations, such as a search for a woman who may have fallen into a sinkhole while looking for her cat.