Topic signal in New Zealand
Updated Jul 23, 2026
pete hegseth
Pete Hegseth has gained attention in New Zealand due to recent media coverage of his testimony and public statements.
Signal snapshot
- Region
- New Zealand
- Observed
- Jul 23, 2026
- Searches
- 500+
- Growth
- 300%
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Pete Hegseth has gained attention in New Zealand due to recent media coverage of his testimony and public statements.
Searches for Pete Hegseth have surged by 300% in New Zealand, reflecting increased interest following multiple articles focusing on his political testimony about Iran funding and critical analyses of his public behavior and statements. Media outlets like CNN, The Hill, and The Atlantic have covered his testimony and controversial remarks, prompting New Zealand audiences to follow his developments closely, possibly due to international political implications or media influence.
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