In a back and forth exchange with the defense appropriations subcommittee’s top Democrat, Hegseth refused to answer basic questions on the cost of deploying Marines to Los Angeles, instead falling back on political talking points. Related: Protesters return for 4th day as anti-ICE demonstrations continue in LA; Marines deployed to assist

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to field sharp questions from members of Congress about his tumultuous start as Pentagon chief in a series of hearings beginning Tuesday.