December 15, 2024 - Presidential transition news
55 years ago

December 15, 2024 - Presidential transition news

CNN  

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina blames “third parties,” not the president-elect, for pressure on senators to fall in line behind Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks. “I don’t believe that it’s coming directly out of Mar-a-Lago,” Tillis said of the pressure campaigns in an interview on “Fox News Sunday.” “If people want to play the outside game, then they run a lot of risks. “Here’s what I would tell them: If they really support President Trump’s nominees, they should stand down and let the nominees win on their own merits — and I think most of them will.” “Pete Hegseth had a good week this week on Capitol Hill. I’m working with Kash Patel,” Tillis said, referring to Trump’s choices for defense secretary and FBI director, which are among his most controversial.

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Pete Hegseth has enough votes to become nation’s Secretary of Defense, top Republican tells Trump
5 days, 6 hours ago

Pete Hegseth has enough votes to become nation’s Secretary of Defense, top Republican tells Trump

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senate Majority Leader John Thune told Trump that the former Fox News host has …

'How does that square?' MAGA lawyer grilled about top Trump nominee's contradictory claims
2 weeks ago

'How does that square?' MAGA lawyer grilled about top Trump nominee's contradictory claims

Raw Story  

CNN's Pamela Brown on Friday grilled attorney Tim Parlatore about the seemingly contradictory statements made by Fox News personality Pete Hegseth, who was nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Department of Defense. During the interview, Brown pointed to seemingly contradictory claims that Hegseth was both completely innocent of any wrongdoing, but also that he was a "changed man." …

'Everybody wants to look at it': Hegseth FBI file in high demand as questions grow
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'Everybody wants to look at it': Hegseth FBI file in high demand as questions grow

Raw Story  

There is a growing demand outside of normal channels within the U.S. Senate among lawmakers who want access to the file compiled on Donald Trump's choice to be the secretary of defense. According to a report from Politico's Joe Gould, under normal circumstances the investigation materials on ex-Fox News personality Pete Hegseth would only be viewed by the two most …

Senators warn that Pete Hegseth’s hearings will echo Brett Kavanaugh’s with fervor from both sides
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Senators warn that Pete Hegseth’s hearings will echo Brett Kavanaugh’s with fervor from both sides

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senate Republicans fear that the confirmation hearings for secretary of …

CNN discovers tape that catches top Trump nominee spouting wild Jan. 6 claims
3 weeks, 3 days ago

CNN discovers tape that catches top Trump nominee spouting wild Jan. 6 claims

Raw Story  

CNN on Tuesday uncovered new audio of Trump Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth spouting baseless conspiracy theories about the January 6th riot at the United States Capitol building. The audio came from an interview that Hegseth gave with former House Speaker Newt Gingrich in the wake of the deadly riot in which he alternately downplayed the severity of the attack …

Pete Hegseth will release sexual assault accuser from NDA, Lindsey Graham says
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pete Hegseth will release sexual assault accuser from NDA, Lindsey Graham says

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s embattled nominee to lead the Department …

Lindsey Graham: Pete Hegseth is willing to release sexual assault accuser from NDA
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Lindsey Graham: Pete Hegseth is willing to release sexual assault accuser from NDA

Raw Story  

Sen. Lindsey Graham said he expects former Fox News host Pete Hegseth to be confirmed as President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary unless someone comes forward to confirm anonymous allegations about alleged drinking problems and sexual assault. "I'm in a good place with Pete, unless something I don't know about comes out," Graham told NBC's Kristen Welker on Sunday. "There's one …

Sen. Lindsey Graham says Hegseth has pledged to release accuser from confidentiality agreement
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Sen. Lindsey Graham says Hegseth has pledged to release accuser from confidentiality agreement

CNN  

CNN — Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham said Sunday that Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of defense, promised to release the woman who accused him of sexual assault from a confidentiality agreement. Graham told NBC’s “Meet the Press” that Hegseth “told me he would release her from that agreement,” adding, “I’d want to know if anybody nominated for …

"Remember Kavanaugh?": Graham says Hegseth is victim of "anonymous allegations"
3 weeks, 6 days ago

"Remember Kavanaugh?": Graham says Hegseth is victim of "anonymous allegations"

Salon  

Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth has faced a wide range of allegations since Donald Trump nominated him to serve as secretary of the Department of Defense in November. In spite of the diversity of the accusations against Hegseth — which range from problem drinking to sexual assault — Sen. Lindsey Graham sees little more than an orchestrated smear campaign. …

Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump

LA Times  

She’s an Iraq war combat veteran and sexual assault survivor who has sought for years to improve how the military handles claims of sexual misconduct. But when Sen. Joni Ernst appeared initially cool to President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Pete Hegseth for Defense secretary — a man who once said women should not serve in combat and who has himself …

MSNBC panel bursts into hysterics over guest's 'verbally incontinent' jab at Cabinet pick
4 weeks, 1 day ago

MSNBC panel bursts into hysterics over guest's 'verbally incontinent' jab at Cabinet pick

Raw Story  

MSNBC's Thursday afternoon political panel broke out laughing after The Bulwark's Charlie Sykes lodged a unique jab at one of Donald Trump's potential Cabinet picks. Trump's secretary of defense pick said various military branches want women in their forces to put them on a recruitment poster. Host Nicolle Wallace pointed out that Trump's affinity for the "manosphere" means more nominees …

Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — She’s an Iraq War combat veteran and sexual assault survivor who has advocated for years to improve how the military handles claims of sexual misconduct. But when Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, appeared initially cool to the nomination of President-elect Donald Trump ’s choice of Pete Hegseth to serve as defense secretary — a man who once said women …

Exclusive: GOP senators reveal Fox News staff have launched lobbying blitz for Hegseth
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Exclusive: GOP senators reveal Fox News staff have launched lobbying blitz for Hegseth

Raw Story  

As Vice President-elect Sen. J.D. Sen. Ron Johnson told Raw Story that Hegseth's Fox colleagues got in touch with him and he considers them "pretty solid references," given that they work with him daily. Sen. Jon Tester told Raw Story "of course" the current relationship between Fox News and the Republican Party is worrisome. Sen. Chuck Grassley told Raw Story …

Pete Hegseth gets surprising boost of momentum after Trump's MAGA allies pressure skeptical senator
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth gets surprising boost of momentum after Trump's MAGA allies pressure skeptical senator

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Pentagon Pete Hegseth captured a new boost of momentum for his Cabinet bid in a sign that Republicans are bending to Donald Trump's will. 'As I support Pete through this process, I look forward to a fair hearing based on truth, not anonymous sources,' she said after holding a second meeting with the former …

Republicans Look Past Sexual Assault, Alcohol Allegations Against Pete Hegseth
1 month ago

Republicans Look Past Sexual Assault, Alcohol Allegations Against Pete Hegseth

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Pete Hegseth’s bid to lead the Pentagon under Donald Trump’s second term in the White House appears to be back on track as Republican senators look past allegations leveled against him involving alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. “As I support Pete through this process, I look forward to a fair hearing based on truth, not …

'Saved himself': Insiders say Trump enamored with Hegseth's scandal 'defiance'
1 month ago

'Saved himself': Insiders say Trump enamored with Hegseth's scandal 'defiance'

Raw Story  

Former Fox News personality Pete Hegseth may have saved his chances to have a Senate hearing to be the next secretary of defense by impressing Donald Trump with his determination to battle for the job. According to a report from Politico, Hegseth's decision to go on the offense when confronted with allegations of public drunkenness and an accusation of sexual …

'Love his charisma': Republican lauds ‘man of integrity’ Hegseth who will 'get rid of DEI'
1 month ago

'Love his charisma': Republican lauds ‘man of integrity’ Hegseth who will 'get rid of DEI'

Raw Story  

Republican Senators are starting to circle the wagons around President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to be Secretary of Defense, former Fox News weekend co-host Pete Hegseth, with one particularly loyal ultra-MAGA lawmaker praising him as a “man of integrity.” Hegseth has faced criticism for a wide variety of allegations, including tattoos that reflect an affinity for Christian nationalism, alleged “aggressive drunkenness,” …

Key Republican Joni Ernst Gives Boost to Embattled Pete Hegseth Nomination
1 month ago

Key Republican Joni Ernst Gives Boost to Embattled Pete Hegseth Nomination

Live Mint  

-- Republican Senator Joni Ernst, a key player in the struggle over Pete Hegseth’s confirmation as defense secretary, offered a boost on Monday to President-elect Donald Trump’s embattled nominee. “He does respect that I’m taking the time.” Trump’s team was said to be examining alternative candidates for the position last week as Hegseth came under criticism. Hegseth “is a very …

GOP senator offers curious defense for Pete Hegseth drinking claims: ‘There’s a lot of alcohol that flows through Washington’
1 month ago

GOP senator offers curious defense for Pete Hegseth drinking claims: ‘There’s a lot of alcohol that flows through Washington’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin offered up an unusual defense for …

'A lot of trouble': Ex-GOP lawmaker reveals which Trump pick 'scares the heck' out of him
1 month ago

'A lot of trouble': Ex-GOP lawmaker reveals which Trump pick 'scares the heck' out of him

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's nomination of former Fox and Friends co-host Pete Hegseth to be the Defense Secretary has been in the headlines a lot recently, but there is another nominee that's even more concerning, a former Republican lawmaker said on Saturday. Former Republican congressman Joe Walsh appeared on MSNBC over the weekend, where he was asked about Trump's choices for his …

Sen. Joni Ernst wants to hear from Hegseth on sex assault in the military and women in combat
1 month ago

Sen. Joni Ernst wants to hear from Hegseth on sex assault in the military and women in combat

Associated Press  

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. — Republican Sen. Joni Ernst made her most expansive comments yet on Pete Hegseth, telling a largely GOP audience at a California security conference Saturday that she needs to hear more from President-elect Donald Trump’s embattled defense secretary pick on key issues before she decides whether to support him. So I’d like to hear a lot more …

Watch: MSNBC guest launches expletive-laced attack on Trump's new Hegseth defense
1 month ago

Watch: MSNBC guest launches expletive-laced attack on Trump's new Hegseth defense

Raw Story  

After watching a "Meet the Press" clip of Donald Trump defending his pick to be secretary of defense, a former Republican member of the House didn't mince any words lashing out at the president-elect for lying to America on MSNBC early Saturday morning. Appearing on "The Weekend," ex-Rep. Joe Walsh sat and watched Trump say of embattled ex-Fox News personality …

Donald Trump stands by Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth despite drinking, sexual assault allegations: ‘He will be fantastic’
1 month ago

Donald Trump stands by Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth despite drinking, sexual assault allegations: ‘He will be fantastic’

Hindustan Times  

US President-elect Donald Trump on Friday expressed public support for Pete Hegseth, his beleaguered nominee to oversee the defence department, whose confirmation by the Senate is in doubt due to claims of excessive drinking, sexual assault, and his views on women in combat. US President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be secretary of defence Pete Hegseth speaks to reporters after meeting …

Trump defends Hegseth amid allegations of excessive drinking and sexual assault, says he believes he can be confirmed
1 month ago

Trump defends Hegseth amid allegations of excessive drinking and sexual assault, says he believes he can be confirmed

Firstpost  

Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News Host, Army National Guard major and combat veteran, spent much of the week on Capitol Hill trying to salvage his Cabinet nomination and privately reassure Republican senators that he is fit to lead Trump’s Pentagon President-elect Donald Trump on Friday offered a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled choice to lead …

"He does not have a drinking problem": Trump defends "smart guy" Hegseth on "Meet the Press"
1 month ago

"He does not have a drinking problem": Trump defends "smart guy" Hegseth on "Meet the Press"

Salon  

Donald Trump showed an unwavering faith in his pick to lead the Department of Defense during a sit-down with NBC's Kristen Welker on "Meet the Press." "He’s a young guy with a tremendous track record actually went to Princeton and went to Harvard," Trump shared. He’s a military guy.” Welker drilled down on the reports that Hegseth "struggled with drinking," …

MAGA rep waves off Hegseth assault allegations: 'We've all had discretions in our past'
1 month ago

MAGA rep waves off Hegseth assault allegations: 'We've all had discretions in our past'

Raw Story  

Fox News personality Pete Hegseth faces a rocky path to being confirmed as President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of defense, amid a sexual assault allegation and accusations from former colleagues that he has a drinking problem. "I think Pete Hegseth was an exceptional pick," said Roy, who previously caused controversy over his racist remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris. "But good …

Trump’s not giving up on ‘fantastic, high energy’ Pete Hegseth as he blasts ‘fake news’
1 month ago

Trump’s not giving up on ‘fantastic, high energy’ Pete Hegseth as he blasts ‘fake news’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Allegations of sexual assault, excessive drinking, and cheating have plagued …

Trump offers a public show of support for Hegseth and says he believes he can be confirmed
1 month ago

Trump offers a public show of support for Hegseth and says he believes he can be confirmed

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump on Friday offered a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled choice to lead the Defense Department, whose confirmation by the Senate is in doubt as he faces questions over allegations of excessive drinking, sexual assault and his views on women in combat. !” Trump told NBC’s “Meet the Press” in an interview …

GOP senators beyond Joni Ernst not 'jumping for joy' about Hegseth nomination: ex-insider
1 month ago

GOP senators beyond Joni Ernst not 'jumping for joy' about Hegseth nomination: ex-insider

Raw Story  

According to a former Republican party insider now serving as an analyst for MSNBC, Sen. Joni Ernst may not be the only roadblock to Fox News personality Pete Hegseth becoming the next secretary of defense after being tapped by Donald Trump. While the focus has been on Ernst, who seems poised to be the leader of a revolt against Trump's …

'There's a discrepancy': Former Fox News host doubts Pete Hegseth's sexual assault denial
1 month ago

'There's a discrepancy': Former Fox News host doubts Pete Hegseth's sexual assault denial

Raw Story  

Pro-MAGA Newsmax host Greg Kelly, a former anchor at Fox News, doubled down Thursday on his call for Pete Hegseth to withdraw from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of defense. "I love President Trump, but he's not infallible," Kelly explained. "He would come as an Iraq War veteran and say what a great thing the Iraq War was and …

Fox News colleagues rally to back Pete Hegseth amid drinking allegations
1 month ago

Fox News colleagues rally to back Pete Hegseth amid drinking allegations

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Pete Hegseth appears on Capitol Hill to meet with senators …

Live updates: Trump transition news, Musk and Ramaswamy to meet with House Republicans
55 years ago

Live updates: Trump transition news, Musk and Ramaswamy to meet with House Republicans

CNN  

GOP Sen. Joni Ernst said Thursday “we will continue with the vetting process” when it comes to considering President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, and would not yet commit to supporting his nomination. Pressed by Fox host Bill Hemmer that it “doesn’t sound in your answer that you got to a yes” in responding to a previous …

'No rumors': Republican changes tune on Hegseth day after calling allegations 'disturbing'
1 month ago

'No rumors': Republican changes tune on Hegseth day after calling allegations 'disturbing'

Raw Story  

Sen. Lindsey Graham appeared to sing a different tune when asked his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump’s troubled pick to lead the Department of Defense on Wednesday. Graham came to Pete Hegseth’s defense a day after calling allegations against the nominee “disturbing,” but stopped short of predicting he would breeze by the Senate confirmation process as questions surrounding his past …

Trump's nominee poses a 'problem for our entire national defense': Senator
1 month ago

Trump's nominee poses a 'problem for our entire national defense': Senator

Raw Story  

Fox News personality Pete Hegseth's nomination to be President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of defense has been shaken by allegations of sexual assault and drinking problems. He doesn't believe women can serve equally in the military, she said — and this will make it impossible for the military to meet its already-difficult recruitment targets. "It's a problem for our military and …

Ernst holds the pivotal vote in Hegseth’s hill fight
1 month ago

Ernst holds the pivotal vote in Hegseth’s hill fight

Politico  

Seen as an influential swing vote in Hegseth’s embattled confirmation, the decision on whether to support Hegseth pits Ernst’s personal convictions and long-standing advocacy for survivors of military sexual assault against the political pressures of party loyalty — and loyalty to Donald Trump — as a reelection campaign looms. “The vetting will continue, I am certain, through the next month …

'Grow up': Hegseth-backer suggests nominee was immature 37-year-old
1 month ago

'Grow up': Hegseth-backer suggests nominee was immature 37-year-old

Raw Story  

Sen. Markwayne Mullin suggested on Wednesday that Donald Trump defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth was not an adult seven years ago — although the MAGA nominee was 37 years old. Associated Press congressional reporter Farnoush Amiri wrote via X: "Asked Sen. Mullin if Hegseth gave members assurances following reports of excessive drinking: 'Listen, all of us, at least all of …

Pete Hegseth’s Bid To Lead Pentagon Is On Thin Ice
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth’s Bid To Lead Pentagon Is On Thin Ice

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Recent statements from Republicans suggest President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to head the Defense Department could have trouble getting confirmed by the Senate as more information emerges about allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. Trump said he would tap Army veteran and former Fox News host Pete Hegseth to lead the Pentagon in one of …

Trump's Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth says he won't back down amid growing doubts: ‘They are afraid of me’
1 month ago

Trump's Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth says he won't back down amid growing doubts: ‘They are afraid of me’

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the U.S. Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth, on Wednesday said he is not backing down even as his nomination to lead the Pentagon faces trouble in Congress over allegations about his personal and professional life. Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be Defense Secretary "I’m doing this for the war fighters, not the …

Here's why Pete Hegseth's 'bad behavior' is sinking his chances: Ex-Trump aide
1 month ago

Here's why Pete Hegseth's 'bad behavior' is sinking his chances: Ex-Trump aide

Raw Story  

The co-hosts of "The View" continued their onslaught against Fox host Pete Hegseth, whom Donald Trump has named to lead the Department of Defense. One former Trump aide explained any defense person must be "above reproach" to be successfully confirmed. Former Trump communications director Alyssa Farah Griffin pointed out that she was subjected to extensive background checks when she worked …

Donald Trump reportedly considering this State Governor to replace Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary
1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump reportedly considering this State Governor to replace Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump is rumoured to be reconsidering his choice of former Fox News personality Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary, with reports suggesting he may turn to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis instead. Trump is reportedly reevaluating Pete Hegseth's nomination as Defense Secretary due to rising allegations of misconduct. The Wall Street Journal reported that Republican senators have raised concerns about …

'Don't fire somebody without your backup': CNN guests react as Trump mulls Hegseth swap
1 month, 1 week ago

'Don't fire somebody without your backup': CNN guests react as Trump mulls Hegseth swap

Raw Story  

CNN panelists reacted to new reporting from the network that President-elect Donald Trump is weighing replacing his embattled Pentagon chief nominee with three names. Fox News weekend co-host Pete Hegseth's nomination has come under fire following revelations of a 2017 rape allegation against him and reports from his colleagues that he had a drinking problem. "It's never a good position …

Hegseth to sit for Fox News interview as he tries to rescue Pentagon nomination: report
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1 month, 1 week ago

Hegseth to sit for Fox News interview as he tries to rescue Pentagon nomination: report

Raw Story  

Scandal-plagued Fox News personality Pete Hegseth is set to sit for an interview with his own network Wednesday as he tries to rescue his embattled nomination to serve as President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of defense, CNN's Kaitlan Collins reported on Tuesday evening. "In a sign of how seriously the Trump transition team is viewing Republican senators' concerns about Pete Hegseth, …

Trump’s defense pick Pete Hegseth faces deepening scrutiny in Senate
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s defense pick Pete Hegseth faces deepening scrutiny in Senate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary, spent a second day on Capitol Hill, meeting privately with Republican senators amid rising questions about his ability to effectively lead the Pentagon. “And we welcome their advice as we go through the advice and counsel process.” Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s Pentagon pick, is fighting to hold on to …

"They're gonna make it up": Hegseth claims Dems are running Kavanaugh playbook on his nomination
1 month, 1 week ago

"They're gonna make it up": Hegseth claims Dems are running Kavanaugh playbook on his nomination

Salon  

Pete Hegseth sees parallels between his embattled nomination for secretary of defense and that of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Speaking to Megyn Kelly on Wednesday, Hegseth said that the opposition to his Cabinet nomination was pulled straight from the "playbook" that Democrats ran against Kavanaugh, who was accused of sexual assault by professor Christine Blasey Ford during his ultimately …

Trump weighing DeSantis as Hegseth replacement: report
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump weighing DeSantis as Hegseth replacement: report

Salon  

Pete Hegseth might be the second of Donald Trump's Cabinet nominations to be derailed by controversy. Hegseth's nomination has resurfaced stories about the former Fox News host's tumultuous divorce and an alleged sexual assault. With worry building in Trump's camp that Hegseth might not make it through the nomination process, he's reportedly considering his former rival, Florida Gov. Hegseth's mother …

Hegseth campaigns for Pentagon job as his nomination hangs in the balance
1 month, 1 week ago

Hegseth campaigns for Pentagon job as his nomination hangs in the balance

Politico  

“He is looking forward to the FBI investigation and he wants it to start now,” attorney Timothy Parlatore said in an interview with POLITICO. “‘Were you ever falsely accused of something that the police investigated and cleared you of?’ That’s not a question that comes up on any background check.” He also pushed back on other allegations, including that employees …

Trump may drop Pete Hegseth as Defence pick amid deepening scrutiny: Report
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump may drop Pete Hegseth as Defence pick amid deepening scrutiny: Report

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump is considering dropping his nominee to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, and nominating Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in his place, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the discussions. Hegseth's nomination has run into trouble on Capitol Hill over allegations about his personal and professional life and Trump allies increasingly think Hegseth …

Ex-GOP House staffer: Hegseth was 'uniquely unqualified' for his last Trump term job
1 month, 1 week ago

Ex-GOP House staffer: Hegseth was 'uniquely unqualified' for his last Trump term job

Raw Story  

Several years ago, during Donald Trump's first administration, Fox News weekend host Pete Hegseth was vetted for undersecretary positions, and a Senate staffer for a Republican official worked on the background check. Justin Higgins, the former policy advisor to Rep. Tim Huelskamp, told MSNBC that many of the more recent allegations happened after his office vetted Hegseth. "It was taking …

Lindsey Graham: 'Very disturbing' reports on Pete Hegseth make confirmation 'difficult'
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1 month, 1 week ago

Lindsey Graham: 'Very disturbing' reports on Pete Hegseth make confirmation 'difficult'

Raw Story  

Sen. Lindsey Graham warned that it would be "difficult" to confirm former Fox News weekend co-host Pete Hegseth as President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary. Graham told CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane that recent allegations about Hegseth's treatment of women and alcohol abuse would complicate his confirmation hearings. In an email released by The New York Times, Hegseth's mother called him …

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