The tattoo is the Arabic word “kafir,” which translates to “disbeliever” or “infidel.” Critics say that it clearly brands Hegseth, who is a devout Christian, as an enemy of Islam.

But eagle-eyed sleuths on social media noticed he had a tattoo of the Arabic word kafir - translated to mean "infidel" - inked on the inside of his right arm. The new tattoo has led to accusations ...

The tattoo, which was visible in a picture shared by the defense secretary on X on Tuesday, is of the Arabic word ‘Kafir,’ meaning ‘infidel’ or ‘nonbeliever.’ Defense Secretary Hegseth's tattoo, which ...