As for alcohol problems, Hegseth has consistently denied having a drinking problem, stating he has never sought counseling or help for alcohol abuse. He has vowed to abstain from alcohol entirely if confirmed as defense secretary, declaring, “There won’t be a drop of alcohol on my lips” while serving in the role.
Hegseth has acknowledged drinking heavily after his deployment to Iraq, describing it as a form of "self-medication" during a difficult reintegration period. If you have not been deployed, Czechy, don't judge another man who has served his country. Btw, are you an American? 🤔
Regarding his mother, Penelope Hegseth, she did write an email in 2018 during his divorce in which she criticized his treatment of women, calling him “an abuser of women”. However, she later stated that she wrote the email in haste and emotion, retracted it two hours afterward with an apology, and has since publicly defended him.
She described him as “a new person,” “redeemed, forgiven, changed,” and urged senators and the public to judge him based on who he is today, not past allegations. She has also criticized the media for publishing the email and accused The New York Times of using threatening tactics to secure a comment. Therefore, while a past email suggests criticism, her recent public statements express strong support for her son.
