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Danielle Hegseth, who was married to the nominee’s brother, detailed several alleged instances of alcohol abuse and intimidation that she says she witnessed.

Affidavit from Hegseth’s former sister-in-law alleges ‘aggressive’ behavior

Pete Hegseth’s former sister-in-law filed an affidavit Tuesday alleging that the nominee for defense secretary displayed “erratic and aggressive behavior” over the years that made Hegseth’s second wife fearful for her safety.

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