Critics of Trump's defense secretary nominee say the symbol has been adopted by extremist groups, including white supremacists.

Hegseth has pushed back against the accusations, calling objections to his tattoos — a Jerusalem Cross and the Latin phrase "Deus Vult" — manifestations of "anti-Christian bigotry." ...

on the front page of his program was the very same Jerusalem Cross. It is a Christian religious symbol,” Hegseth said. Hegseth has said this tattoo prevented from serving as a member of the ...

Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, responded to criticism of his tattoo of the Jerusalem Cross during a confirmation hearing Tuesday at the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Mr. Hegseth’s foes get jumpy over a tattoo on his chest. The Jerusalem Cross that Mr. Hegseth’s jackets and ties cover is, indeed, a Christian symbol – just like every cross. This large ...

(Uncredited) Pete Hegseth has several tattoos, some referring to his time in the military and other to his faith, including a large Jerusalem cross tattoo. Hegseth said he was barred from working ...

Hegseth’s foes get jumpy over a tattoo on his chest. The Jerusalem Cross that Hegseth’s jackets and ties cover is, indeed, a Christian symbol—just like every cross. This large cross ...

“It’s a tattoo I have right here, Senator. It’s called the Jerusalem Cross. It’s a historic Christian symbol,” Hegseth told the lawmakers. “Interestingly, I recently attended the ...

Pete Hegseth has several tattoos on his bodies. While some are dedicated to his service in the military, others are related to his faith.

On the front page of his program was the very same Jerusalem cross. It is a Christian religious symbol." Hegseth also reiterated a claim he has made previously: that his tattoos led to his removal ...