Meet Jennifer Rauchet: The Woman Behind Pete Hegseth's Fame

Pete Hegseth, United States Secretary of War, has been married to Jennifer Rauchet since 2019. He was sworn into office in January 2025 with her by his side.

Jennifer Rauchet's Career Background

Jennifer Rauchet began working at Fox News as a producer for Fox and Friends in 2006 and also served as an executive producer on Watters' World from 2017 to 2018.

The Couple's Relationship Journey

Pete Hegseth and Jennifer Rauchet met while both were employed at Fox News. They began their relationship during divorces from their previous spouses. Before meeting Rauchet, Hegseth had been married to Meredith Schwarz and Samantha Deering.

The couple married in August 2019 at Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey, attended by President Donald Trump.

Their Family Life

Hegseth and Rauchet each have children from past relationships. Together they welcomed their daughter Gwendolyn in 2017 and frequently share family moments on social media. Rauchet homeschools the children using the Classical Conversations approach.

Support Through Controversy

In November 2024, Hegseth faced allegations of sexual assault but was never charged; he denied the accusations. Rauchet expressed support for him publicly, emphasizing their shared values.

“An overwhelming heartfelt THANK YOU to all who have supported us,” Rauchet wrote on Instagram after Hegseth's swearing-in ceremony, expressing pride and excitement for the future under the new administration.