White House stunned as Hegseth inquiry brings up illegal wiretap claims

The White House is struggling to regain confidence in a Pentagon leak investigation involving Pete Hegseth as his lawyer, Tim Parlatore, suggests an unconstitutional wiretap. Fired aides have reportedly been shocked by these claims, with some accusing Parlatore of spreading misinformation. This has complicated leadership at the Pentagon, forcing them to rely on secondary leaders. The situation adds pressure for Hegseth ahead of a Senate hearing and has clouded White House decision-making without much progress in uncovering new evidence or involving the FBI. Internal political tensions and lingering questions about the leak's source have further complicated an already complex investigation.