Pete Hegseth confirmed as Defense Secretary; JD Vance casts deciding vote
The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation’s defense secretary late Friday in a dramatic tie-breaking vote, swatting back questions about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior toward women.
Defense Secretary Hegseth was asked about the possibility of U.S. troops heading to the Gaza strip on Wednesday.
The unusually narrow confirmation came after questions from members in both parties over Hegseth’s qualifications.
As the dust settles on the fight over Pete Hegseth's nomination, his confirmation is emblematic of a larger truth about the state of Republican politics.
"Once Pete Hegseth’s nomination was sent to the floor by my colleagues ... Hegseth as his pick to lead the Pentagon and ...
Pete Hegseth Sworn In As Defense Secretary After JD Vance Cast Tie-Breaking Vote—Here’s What To Know
Pete Hegseth was sworn in as Defense Secretary on Saturday, following a tie-breaking vote by Vice President JD Vance to end a stalemate in Hegseth’s confirmation hearing, during which some ...
"It was an honor to meet the troops engaged in securing our southern border. They are the backbone of our nation’s security.
The Senate is expected to make a final confirmation vote for Pete Hegseth's defense secretary appointment under the Trump ...
President Donald Trump recently declared our military has become " too "woke" because of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently said our ...
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