Stephen Feinberg's Influence in the Pentagon

Stephen Feinberg, the founder of Cerberus Capital Management, has been serving as the deputy undersecretary of defense since March 2025. Despite his significant role in U.S. military spending, Feinberg has maintained a low profile, rarely appearing in public or engaging with the media. His superior, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is more visible, often participating in public events and social media. In contrast, Feinberg has not testified before Congress or held press conferences since his confirmation, and his press spokesperson has not been replaced since leaving months into his tenure.