Up First from NPR Hegseth Scrutiny, Jan 6th Pipe Bomb Suspect, Texas Redistricting Ruling
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Dec 5, 2025 
Tom Bowman, NPR Pentagon correspondent, discusses the scrutiny surrounding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a watchdog report revealed his sharing of classified details. Ryan Lucas, NPR Justice correspondent, breaks down the arrest of Brian Cole Jr., linked to the Jan. 6 pipe bombs, highlighting the forensic evidence leading to his capture. Hansi Lo Wong, covering elections, explains the Supreme Court's decision favoring Texas's controversial congressional map, potentially impacting future elections and redistricting litigation across the country.
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Second Caribbean Strike Raises Legal Questions
- Video of a second U.S. strike shows the boat was severely damaged and possibly capsized, raising legal and ethical questions.
- Lawmakers on both sides want the footage released to judge whether the follow-up strikes violated the Law of War.
Hegseth Shared Classified Briefing Details
- The IG report documents Pete Hegseth receiving classified strike briefings and sharing details on Signal with non‑cleared contacts.
- The report states facts and urges Pentagon adherence to classified‑information procedures but does not prescribe consequences.
Make Strike Footage Public For Scrutiny
- Release the strike video to the public to allow independent assessment of possible unlawful killings and ensure transparency.
- Use the footage to clarify whether follow‑up strikes complied with the Pentagon's Law of War manual.
