Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Kid Rock flew in an Army Apache helicopter at Fort Belvoir.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and musician Kid Rock flew in an Army Apache helicopter at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, on Monday, according to the Pentagon. The flight occurred weeks after similar military helicopters drew scrutiny for flying near Kid Rock’s home in Nashville, though officials stated the recent trip was part of a community relations event and routine training. Critics, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, questioned the use of taxpayer funds for the celebrity event.