Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a full-scale investigation into the Biden administration’s mishandling of the Afghanistan withdrawal, calling it one of the greatest foreign policy failures in modern U.S. history.
In a recent interview, Hegseth emphasized that accountability is long overdue. He confirmed that the Pentagon has appointed a dedicated team to examine the decisions that led to the chaotic withdrawal, including the abandonment of U.S. citizens, the failure to secure military assets, and the disastrous evacuation strategy that left billions of dollars in weapons and equipment in the hands of the Taliban.
The investigation will scrutinize key missteps, such as the Biden administration’s decision to pull troops before ensuring the safe evacuation of American civilians and allies, the abrupt closure of Bagram Air Base, and the intelligence failures that allowed the Taliban to seize control of Kabul within days.
Hegseth made it clear that this probe is not about political retaliation, but about ensuring that such catastrophic failures never happen again. He emphasized that the American people, military service members, and the families of those lost deserve full transparency.
The Biden administration’s handling of Afghanistan was widely criticized, with lawmakers, military officials, and Gold Star families demanding answers for the unnecessary loss of life and damage to U.S. credibility. The investigation signals a major shift in policy under President Trump, focusing on military strength, strategic foresight, and preventing reckless decisions that put American lives at risk.
As Hegseth and his team begin their review, the findings could have serious implications for those involved in the Biden administration’s decision-making process. Accountability is coming, and this investigation is just the beginning.