Veteran jabs Hegseth after mom's interview: 'Wouldn't be surprised if she got nominated'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Veteran jabs Hegseth after mom's interview: 'Wouldn't be surprised if she got nominated'

Raw Story  

An Iraq War veteran on Wednesday chided Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to run the Department of Defense, over his decision to have his mom defend him on Fox News. MSNBC host Nicolle Wallace opened her Wednesday show by expressing empathy for the horrors that Hegesth's family has faced as accusations against him continue to emerge. "He's openly admitted he's done that," said Rieckhoff. His second point was that Hegseth's mother appearing on Fox News made him "sad because now she's performing for Trump."

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Pete Hegseth, Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, wins Senate confirmation
2 months, 1 week ago

Pete Hegseth, Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, wins Senate confirmation

NPR  

Pete Hegseth, Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, wins Senate confirmation toggle caption Chen Mengtong/China News Service/VCG via Getty Images Pete Hegseth overcame allegations of sexual assault, public drunkenness and questions of financial mismanagement at two veterans' groups he ran to narrowly win Senate approval to become Donald Trump's defense secretary. The Republican chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, …

Pete Hegseth's plagued with fresh ‘erratic behavior’ allegations ahead of Senate confirmation vote; ‘She feared for…’
2 months, 1 week ago

Pete Hegseth's plagued with fresh ‘erratic behavior’ allegations ahead of Senate confirmation vote; ‘She feared for…’

Hindustan Times  

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to head Pentagon, again hit with bombshell allegations that his ex-wife worried for her safety due his volatile behavior. Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, must receive 51 votes in favor to be formally approved as the top Pentagon official. Danielle's allegations were based on private talks the two had …

Pete Hegseth’s confirmation was the most antagonistic I’ve ever seen.
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth’s confirmation was the most antagonistic I’ve ever seen.

Slate  

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. Norm Coleman, introducing the nominee, observed that Hegseth “has struggled and overcome great personal challenges”—a reference to much-publicized sexual harassment charges and a documented drinking problem—but pleaded, “Please don’t give in to the cynical notion that people can’t change.” …

Dem senators skewer Pete Hegseth over his ‘denigrating’ views on women in the military
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dem senators skewer Pete Hegseth over his ‘denigrating’ views on women in the military

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 Democratic senators skewered Pete Hegseth over his views on women …

Donald Trump’s Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth grilled over drinking, gender issues, and inexperience
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump’s Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth grilled over drinking, gender issues, and inexperience

Live Mint  

US President-elect Donald Trump's choice for the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, confronted allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking, and questions about his derisive views of women in combat during a heated Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday. But pressed about his marital infidelity, Hegseth acknowledged, “I am not a perfect person.” He, however, weathered the four-hour hearing without making any major …

What Americans think about Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary pick
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What Americans think about Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary pick

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Pete Hegseth faced an important test in his fiery confirmation hearing on Tuesday — but he didn’t just have to prove himself to the senators who immediately began sparring over his nomination as defense secretary. A new poll finds only about 2 in 10 Americans approve of Hegseth being nominated as the secretary of defense, a position that …

Trump's nominee for defence secretary Pete Hegseth faces crucial test | Details
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump's nominee for defence secretary Pete Hegseth faces crucial test | Details

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, is heading into a potentially explosive confirmation hearing Tuesday as senators question whether the former combat veteran and TV news show host is fit to lead the U.S. military. Senators are questioning whether former war veteran and TV news program presenter Pete Hegseth, president-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defence secretary, is …

As Defense secretary, Hegseth would oversee troops who could be fired for actions he’s done
2 months, 2 weeks ago

As Defense secretary, Hegseth would oversee troops who could be fired for actions he’s done

LA Times  

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to be Defense secretary, responds to reporters during a meeting at the Capitol in Washington on Dec. 5. That is raising questions among current and former defense leaders and veterans about whether Hegseth would be able to enforce discipline in the ranks if confirmed as President-elect Donald Trump’s Defense secretary. The Massachusetts Democrat said …

Pete Hegseth's GOP critics "got the message": Trump allies say they're confident he'll get confirmed
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth's GOP critics "got the message": Trump allies say they're confident he'll get confirmed

Salon  

Pete Hegseth’s mother has a name: Penelope. In a statement this week, Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, a survivor of sexual assault who was seen as a possible “no” vote on Hegseth’s confirmation, signaled that she’s willing to support a nominee accused of abuse, dismissing the accusation as poorly sourced after meeting with him in private. “As I support Pete through …

Hegseth successfully gaslights on women in ‘combat’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hegseth successfully gaslights on women in ‘combat’

Raw Story  

He's been called the "least qualified nominee in American history," and has insisted to reporters that his confirmation battle will not be played out in the press, but Donald Trump's nominee for U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, after multiple appearances before the cameras, appears to be gaining ground on what some assumed last week was a nomination that was …

Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth's shock invitation to the FBI - as he walks back comments about women in the military
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth's shock invitation to the FBI - as he walks back comments about women in the military

Daily Mail  

Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth remained defiant during a Monday night interview with Fox News' Sean Hannity. Hegseth, who worked at the conservative network before President-elect Donald Trump selected him to be a Pentagon chief, has had his nomination imperiled by a sexual assault allegation. Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth remained defiant during a Monday night interview with Fox News …

Key Republican Joni Ernst Gives Boost to Embattled Pete Hegseth Nomination
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Pete Hegseth, Trump's Pentagon pick, threatens sexual assault accuser with extortion lawsuit if…
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth, Trump's Pentagon pick, threatens sexual assault accuser with extortion lawsuit if…

Hindustan Times  

Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth has threatened to file an extortion lawsuit against the woman who accused him of sexual assault if he is not confirmed as the top Pentagon official. Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be Defense Secretary Tim Parlatore, the lawyer for President-elect Donald Trump's choice for defense secretary, stated that the accuser might not …

'Does not bode well for Trump': CNN host winces at conservative's defense of nominee
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Does not bode well for Trump': CNN host winces at conservative's defense of nominee

Raw Story  

CNN's Jim Acosta winced as a conservative commentator justified defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth needing his mother to defend his character amid allegations of his past drinking and mistreatment of women. Penelope Hegseth appeared on "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday to recant a scathing email she sent to her son that was obtained and published by the New York Times, …

Trump offers a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead the Pentagon
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump offers a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead the Pentagon

LA Times  

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. !” The battle over Hegseth is emerging not only as a debate …

'Thanks, mom!' Hegseth mom busted on MSNBC for interview making things worse for her son
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Thanks, mom!' Hegseth mom busted on MSNBC for interview making things worse for her son

Raw Story  

An attempt by embattled former Fox News personality Pete Hegseth to use his mother as a character witness as he struggles to become Donald Trump's next secretary of defense may have backfired. That is the opinion of MSNBC's Mika Brzezinski who stated on MSNBC's "Morning Joe," that Penelope Hegseth's answers during a Fox News interview only affirmed that her son …

'Daily Show' Roasts The 1 Person Going To Battle For Trump's Defense Department Pick
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Daily Show' Roasts The 1 Person Going To Battle For Trump's Defense Department Pick

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING “Daily Show” correspondent Ronny Chieng on Wednesday mocked Penelope Hegseth, the mother of Donald Trump’s embattled defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth, after she went to bat for the former Fox News host on his old network. I thought you were against women in combat roles,” Chieng joked in a reference to the Defense Department pick’s controversial remarks …

Pete Hegseth dragged for enlisting mom to help save his Defense nomination
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth dragged for enlisting mom to help save his Defense nomination

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 Penelope Hegseth’s attempt to dispel concerns about her son, defense …

'But my mom says I'm cool': Pete Hegseth roasted after getting mother to lobby senators
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'But my mom says I'm cool': Pete Hegseth roasted after getting mother to lobby senators

Raw Story  

Embattled Trump Defense Department nominee Pete Hegseth has enlisted a new ally to help win over skeptical Republican senators: His own mother. As reported by The Hill's Mychael Schnell, Hegseth told Republican Study Committee members on Wednesday that "his mom has been making calls to senators on his behalf." "Nothing says 'lead the Pentagon' like mommy making phone calls for …

Here's why Pete Hegseth's 'bad behavior' is sinking his chances: Ex-Trump aide
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Pete Hegseth's mom & JD Vance go all guns blazing at media amid report he could be dropped, issue plea to Trump
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth's mom & JD Vance go all guns blazing at media amid report he could be dropped, issue plea to Trump

Hindustan Times  

Pete Hegseth's mother has spoken out amidst reports that President-elect Donald Trump is contemplating replacing her son with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for defence secretary due to allegations of misconduct. Pete Hegseth resigned from his position at Fox News after Donald Trump nominated him for the defence secretary post. But more than that I believe he's the man for such …

His mother on TV, a slew of allegations and demands to ‘keep fighting’: What on earth does Pete Hegseth do now?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

His mother on TV, a slew of allegations and demands to ‘keep fighting’: What on earth does Pete Hegseth do now?

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’s nomination for defense secretary is looking increasingly tenuous …

Pete Hegseth’s mom defends her ‘changed’ son as she trashes the media — then lauds his Fox News experience
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth’s mom defends her ‘changed’ son as she trashes the media — then lauds his Fox News experience

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 With Pete Hegseth’s appointment to lead the Pentagon on the …

Pete Hegseth's mom goes on Fox News to walk back claim that he's an "abuser of women"
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth's mom goes on Fox News to walk back claim that he's an "abuser of women"

Salon  

The mother of Pete Hegseth, the embattled former Fox News personality chosen by Donald Trump to lead the Department of Defense, defended her son on a "Fox & Friends" appearance Wednesday morning after the New York Times leaked a 2018 email in which she called her own son an "abuser of women." Later in the interview, Mrs. Hegseth seemed to …

Pete Hegseth's mom went on Fox to defend her son against reports of transgressions
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth's mom went on Fox to defend her son against reports of transgressions

NPR  

Pete Hegseth's mom went on Fox to defend her son against reports of transgressions MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: If you happened to turn on Fox News earlier today, you might have caught an unusual guest on set - a mother who, at times, turned to look directly at the camera to make a plea for her son. KELLY: Pete is …

Hegseth Faces Allegations Of Boozing, Partying And Mismanagement At Veterans Groups
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Hegseth Faces Allegations Of Boozing, Partying And Mismanagement At Veterans Groups

Huff Post  

Pete Hegseth, Trump's choice for secretary of defense, has been meeting with lawmakers who will vote on his confirmation. Pete Hegseth, the former Fox News host who’s President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to oversee the Pentagon, was forced out of top roles at two veterans groups, according to a new bombshell report from The New Yorker. Another complaint regarding Hegseth’s CVA …

"Expect Pete to get drunk": Hegseth accused of "embarrassing" incompetence as head of veterans group
3 months, 4 weeks ago

"Expect Pete to get drunk": Hegseth accused of "embarrassing" incompetence as head of veterans group

Salon  

A new whistleblower report suggests that Pete Hegseth was often drunk and created a hostile environment for women while he was president of Concerned Veterans for America, The New Yorker revealed Sunday. “His behavior was embarrassing in front of the team, but not surprising; people have simply come to expect Pete to get drunk at social events,” the report states. …

Donald Trump’s defence nominee Pete Hegseth accused by mother of mistreating women
4 months ago

Donald Trump’s defence nominee Pete Hegseth accused by mother of mistreating women

Live Mint  

Questions about Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of defense, have intensified following a report by The New York Times detailing allegations from his own mother regarding his treatment of women. You are that man and as your mother, it pains me and embarrasses me to say that, but it is the sad, sad truth.” However, Mrs. Hegseth …

Donald Trump's Defence Secretary pick Pete Hegseth's mother accuses him of mistreating women for years: Report
4 months ago

Donald Trump's Defence Secretary pick Pete Hegseth's mother accuses him of mistreating women for years: Report

India Today  

The mother of Pete Hegseth, US President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Defence Secretary, fiercely rebuked her son in a 2018 email over his treatment of women, urging him to reflect on his actions. She alleged that Hegseth had been “routinely mistreating women for years” and displaying a “lack of character,” The New York Times reported. Earlier this month, in a …

Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth named in sexual assault probe; Was the Army veteran ‘vetted’ before?
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth named in sexual assault probe; Was the Army veteran ‘vetted’ before?

Hindustan Times  

Pete Hegseth, who is all set to takeover as the secretary of defence under Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, was involved in a 2017 sexual assault investigation by California's Monterey police. Pete Hegseth's lawyer Timothy Parlatore said the Monterey police department has already investigated the allegation and did not not discover any supporting evidence. Trump team holds meeting over Pete Hegseth …

Report: Inside the Pentagon's implosion over Pete Hegseth
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Report: Inside the Pentagon's implosion over Pete Hegseth

Daily Mail  

When President-elect Donald Trump nominated Fox News host and decorated Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary it set off a firestorm inside the Pentagon. Another retried Air Force Col. John McAfee said that he's hopeful Hegseth will 'create a way' to bring back religious service members who were terminated for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. Hegseth's appointment …

Pete Hegseth: Trump’s Pentagon pick aims for clash with top military leadership
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth: Trump’s Pentagon pick aims for clash with top military leadership

CNN  

CNN — President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth has railed against women in combat, voiced support for troops accused and in some instances, convicted of war crimes, and advocated for the firing of the military’s most senior officers accused of supporting so-called woke policies. Hegseth told radio host Hugh Hewitt in June that he believes roughly a …

Trump's Defense Choice Stuns The Pentagon And Raises Questions About The Fox News Host's Experience
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump's Defense Choice Stuns The Pentagon And Raises Questions About The Fox News Host's Experience

Huff Post  

FILE - President Donald Trump appears on Fox & Friends co-host Pete Hegseth at a Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride event in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Thursday, April 6, 2017. via Associated Press WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump stunned the Pentagon and the broader defense world by nominating Fox News host Pete Hegseth to serve …

Pentagon stunned: Is Trump’s pick Pete Hegseth right choice to boss world’s most powerful military?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Pentagon stunned: Is Trump’s pick Pete Hegseth right choice to boss world’s most powerful military?

Firstpost  

US President-elect Donald Trump has left many in bewilderment and wide-eyed worry after nominating Fox News host Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary, passing on a number of established national security heavy-hitters Donald Trump appears on Fox & Friends co-host Pete Hegseth at a Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride event in the East Room of the White House …

Trump’s defense choice stuns the Pentagon, raises questions about the Fox News host’s experience
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s defense choice stuns the Pentagon, raises questions about the Fox News host’s experience

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump stunned the Pentagon and the broader defense world by nominating Fox News host Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary, tapping someone largely inexperienced and untested on the global stage to take over the world’s largest and most powerful military. The news was met with bewilderment and wide-eyed worry among many in Washington, as …

Trump nominates Fox News host Pete Hegseth to head Department of Defense in snub to former Dem Rep Tulsi Gabbard
Top News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump nominates Fox News host Pete Hegseth to head Department of Defense in snub to former Dem Rep Tulsi Gabbard

Daily Mail  

President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is nominating Fox News host and decorated Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary. President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary 'Pete is tough, smart and a true believer in America First,' Trump said …

Pete Hegseth: Fox News host, ex-Army veteran is Trump's new Defense Secretary
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth: Fox News host, ex-Army veteran is Trump's new Defense Secretary

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump has picked Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and military veteran, as his choice for defence secretary, continuing his trend of selecting loyalists in key positions. Hegseth began co-hosting a Fox News weekend morning talk program on a regular basis in late 2016. Hegseth has also played a key role in the network’s expansion into streaming …

Donald Trump picks Pete Hegseth as secretary of defence
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump picks Pete Hegseth as secretary of defence

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump picked Fox News Channel host Pete Hegseth as his secretary of defence on Tuesday. "The feeling was mutual -- I didn't want this Army anymore either," Hegseth wrote in his book "The War on Warriors: Behind the Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free." The President-elect further said that during his time as a host …

How Pete Hegseth went from Fox News host to Trump’s Defense Secretary pick
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How Pete Hegseth went from Fox News host to Trump’s Defense Secretary pick

CNN  

New York CNN — Two years ago, Pete Hegseth relocated his family from New Jersey, near Fox News headquarters, to a small town outside of Nashville, Tennessee. When Trump said in a Fox interview that “you can’t have ‘woke’ military,” Hegseth said, “he’s exactly right.” “The Pentagon likes to say ‘our diversity is our strength.’ What a bunch of garbage. …

Trump’s choice for Defense secretary stuns the Pentagon, raises questions about the Fox News host’s experience
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s choice for Defense secretary stuns the Pentagon, raises questions about the Fox News host’s experience

LA Times  

Donald Trump speaks to “Fox & Friends Weekend” co-host Pete Hegseth at a Wounded Warrior Project event at the White House in 2017. The news was met with bewilderment and worry among many in Washington as Trump passed on a number of established national security heavy-hitters and chose an Army National Guard officer well known in conservative circles as a …

Trump taps veteran, Fox personality Hegseth for Defense secretary
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump taps veteran, Fox personality Hegseth for Defense secretary

Politico  

The pick is a departure from other national security moves that Trump has made since he was elected president last week. Hegseth, 44, was an early backer of Trump when he ran for president in 2016, at a time when many prominent GOP figures, including Sen. Marco Rubio — Trump’s expected pick to be secretary of State — were highly …

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