Jennifer Rauchet, wife of TV host Pete Hegseth, was arrested at a New York airport yesterday after customs officials discovered prohibited items in her luggage. According to sources, the items were flagged during a routine inspection by the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) department.
Jennifer Rauchet Arrest
Authorities did not disclose the specific items found but confirmed that they were items not allowed to be brought into the country under federal law. Rauchet was taken into custody and questioned by the customs officers.
After several hours, Pete Hegseth got his wife Jennifer Rauchet released on bail later that day, pending further investigation. Some reports suggest her luggage contained gold and few antiques brought from Dubai.
Jennifer Rauchet is now scheduled to appear in front of a federal court in New York City next month. Legal experts suggest she could face penalties ranging from a fine to possible jail time, depending on the severity of the violation and whether it was intentional or accidental.
If convicted, the fine could range from $1,000 to $5,000, and in more serious cases, the punishment can include imprisonment of up to one year.
Pete Hegseth has not yet issued a public statement about the incident, and Rauchet has remained silent since her release. A court hearing date is expected to be announced soon, and legal teams for both sides are currently preparing their cases.
Who is Pete Hegseth Wife?
| Name | Jennifer Marie Rauchet |
| Net Worth | $11 Million |
| Date of Birth | 23 December, 1979 |
| Height | 1.72 meters |
| Weight | 130 lbs |
| Occupation | Media Entrepreneur |
While still married to his ex-wife Samantha, Pete Hegseth had an affair with Jennifer, which led to their divorce and a multi-million dollar settlement. Jennifer has been with Fox News for years and is an executive producer, working on several shows, including “Fox & Friends.”