Pete Hegseth on border security in Panama, drug cartel illegal immigration

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered opening remarks during the 2025 Central American Security Conference in Panama City. Among the key topics he discussed is securing the border, drug cartels and illegal immigration. Hegseth also talked about China s control over the canal. Subscribe to LiveNOW from FOX Where to watch LiveNOW from FOX: Follow us LiveNOWFOX on Twitter: Raw and unfiltered. Watch a nonstop stream of breaking news, live events and stories across the nation. Limited commentary. No opinion. Experience LiveNOW from FOX.