Hegseth meeting 'did not relieve my concerns' — and led to 'more questions': senator
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Hegseth meeting 'did not relieve my concerns' — and led to 'more questions': senator

Raw Story  

A Democratic senator who met with embattled Cabinet nominee Pete Hegseth said the meeting didn't assuage any concerns — and may have done the opposite. Sen. Jack Reed, ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said in a statement Wednesday that he met with Hegseth — and didn't come away confident. "Today's meeting did not relieve my concerns about Mr. Hegseth's lack of qualifications and raised more questions than answers," he said. Senate Majority Leader John ThuneJohn Thune privately told Trump he believes Hegseth has the votesHegseth has the votes to be confirmed, CBS News reported Sunday, citing three sources.

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'Hot seat': Ex-CIA official flags hints that 'some in Pentagon are tiring of Pete Hegseth'
1 day, 11 hours ago

'Hot seat': Ex-CIA official flags hints that 'some in Pentagon are tiring of Pete Hegseth'

Raw Story  

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is "on the hot seat" as some in the Pentagon grow tired of his antics, a senior intelligence service official said Sunday. "Well, I think this goes to show that a lot of the concerns we had about about Hegseth as the Secretary of Defense, you know, it's coming to fruition," Polymeropoulos said. The national …

'Saturday showman' Hegseth ripped for doing 'nothing to prepare forces' by former general
2 weeks, 2 days ago

'Saturday showman' Hegseth ripped for doing 'nothing to prepare forces' by former general

Raw Story  

After just 50 days as Donald Trump's secretary of defense, former Fox News weekend host Pete Hegseth is getting poor grades from a retired general who claims he sees no progress being made to improve the U.S. military's capabilities. In an interview with the Guardian's Ben Makuch, retired Brigadier General Paul Eaton, accused Hegseth –– who he derisively referred to …

Pete Hegseth defends Trump's firings of Pentagon leaders, hints at more dismissals
1 month, 1 week ago

Pete Hegseth defends Trump's firings of Pentagon leaders, hints at more dismissals

Hindustan Times  

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is defending President Donald Trump 's firing of the nation's senior military officer and a wave of dismissals at the Pentagon, insisting that they weren't unusual despite accusations that the new administration is injecting politics into the military. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth “Nothing about this is unprecedented," Hegseth told “Fox News Sunday” about Air …

Hegseth defends Trump’s firings of Pentagon leaders and says there may be more dismissals
1 month, 1 week ago

Hegseth defends Trump’s firings of Pentagon leaders and says there may be more dismissals

LA Times  

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, right, stands near Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. CQ Brown last month at the Pentagon. “Nothing about this is unprecedented,” Hegseth told “Fox News Sunday” about Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. being removed Friday night as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. “The president deserves to pick his key national security …

‘Accountability is back’: Pete Hegseth defends Trump’s decision to revoke Milley security
2 months ago

‘Accountability is back’: Pete Hegseth defends Trump’s decision to revoke Milley security

Raw Story  

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth launched a vigorous defense of President Donald Trump’s controversial order to revoke retired four-star Gen. Mark Milley’s government-funded security detail – and had a message for Pentagon officials of all ranks. The comments came Wednesday during Hegseth’s appearance on Fox News’ “The Will Cain” show, his first interview since being confirmed Friday as Pentagon chief. “It’s …

Hegseth is quickly sworn in as defense secretary after dramatic Senate vote
Top News
2 months ago

Hegseth is quickly sworn in as defense secretary after dramatic Senate vote

Associated Press  

Pete Hegseth was sworn in Saturday as the nation’s 29th secretary of defense, quickly joining President Trump’s Cabinet after a dramatic late-night vote in the Senate installed him as the Pentagon’s leader. Vice President JD Vance, from left, swears in Pete Hegseth to be Secretary of Defense as his wife Jennifer Rauchet holds the Bible and Hegseth’s son watches in …

Pete Hegseth, Who Faces Misconduct Charges, Is New Defence Secretary Of US
2 months, 1 week ago

Pete Hegseth, Who Faces Misconduct Charges, Is New Defence Secretary Of US

ABP News  

The US Senate has confirmed Pete Hegseth as the country's defence secretary in a late-night vote on Friday, news agency The Associated Press reported. Pete Hegseth was nominated by Donald Trump in November for the role of US defence secretary. Hegseth, a former Fox News host and National Guard veteran faced scrutiny over allegations of sexual assault and financial mismanagement …

Pete Hegseth Confirmed As Trump's Defense Secretary
2 months, 1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Confirmed As Trump's Defense Secretary

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The Senate confirmed former Fox News host Pete Hegseth as the nation’s next secretary of defense on Friday after weeks of debate about his slim qualifications and his alleged history of alcohol abuse and domestic abuse. In a statement shortly after his vote, McConnell pointed to Hegseth’s lack of experience for the role that oversees 3 million …

GOP-led Senate needs JD Vance to confirm Pete Hegseth as Defense secretary
2 months, 1 week ago

GOP-led Senate needs JD Vance to confirm Pete Hegseth as Defense secretary

Raw Story  

The Senate, with the help of Vice President J.D. Vance narrowly confirmed former Fox News weekend co-host Pete Hegseth to serve as President Donald Trump's secretary of Defense. "I thought I was done voting in the senate," Vance, a former Ohio senator, joked on X just before casting the tie-breaking vote. This vote came as Trump's other controversial nominees for …

US Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as new Defence Secretary with JD Vance casting tie-breaking vote
2 months, 1 week ago

US Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as new Defence Secretary with JD Vance casting tie-breaking vote

India TV News  

The US Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the new US defence secretary in a dramatic late-night vote. Hegseth to lead an organisation with 2.1 million service members The new secretary of defence would lead an organisation with nearly 2.1 million service members, about 780,000 civilians and a budget of USD 850 billion. It was reported earlier that Lisa Murkowski, the …

US Senate confirms former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as defence secretary
2 months, 1 week ago

US Senate confirms former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as defence secretary

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: The US Senate narrowly confirmed former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief on Friday, despite allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and other fears about his ability to lead the world's most powerful military. The 44-year-old is a former Army National Guard officer who until recently worked as a co-host for Fox News -- one of Trump's …

Senate is preparing to confirm Hegseth as defense secretary in late evening vote
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2 months, 1 week ago

Senate is preparing to confirm Hegseth as defense secretary in late evening vote

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Senate is muscling Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary toward confirmation Friday, prioritizing his vow to create a “warrior culture” at the Pentagon over allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior toward women. With votes expected late in the evening, the Republican-led Senate is determined to install Hegseth, a former Fox News host and combat veteran, and …

Republicans panicking Pete Hegseth nomination will 'backfire' on Trump: former GOP adviser
2 months, 1 week ago

Republicans panicking Pete Hegseth nomination will 'backfire' on Trump: former GOP adviser

Raw Story  

Appearing on MSNBC with host Ana Cabrera on Friday morning a former senior GOP congressional adviser stated the Senate Republicans are expressing dismay that the hearing on secretary defense nominee Pete Hegseth is being rushed and it could lead to a disaster. Speaking with the host hours before the whole Senate will vote on the embattled former Fox News personality's …

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, …

"Winning is what matters, right?": Hegseth confirmed as defense secretary by single vote
2 months, 1 week ago

"Winning is what matters, right?": Hegseth confirmed as defense secretary by single vote

Salon  

The Senate voted to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary on Friday night, with the former Fox News host squeaking through the upper chamber by the narrowest possible margin. The Senate deadlocked in a 50-50 vote as three Republicans joined all Senate Democrats in voting against Hegseth's confirmation. Ultimately, Vice President JD Vance cast a tie-breaking to push through the …

Live Count: The Senate Votes on Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense
2 months, 1 week ago

Live Count: The Senate Votes on Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense

New York Times  

How Each Senator Voted to Confirm Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense Vice President JD Vance delivered a tie breaking vote to confirm Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host, as secretary of defense. Year Nominee Yes votes Ford 1975 Donald Rumsfeld D. Rumsfeld 95 95 Carter 1977 Harold Brown H. Brown Voice vote Voice vote Reagan 1981 Caspar Weinberger …

Democrats accuse Republicans of rushing Hegseth confirmation despite questions on qualifications, past
2 months, 1 week ago

Democrats accuse Republicans of rushing Hegseth confirmation despite questions on qualifications, past

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. Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, who during Hegseth’s confirmation hearing grilled him for …

'Lack Of Judgment': 2 GOP Senators Will Oppose Trump Nominee Pete Hegseth
2 months, 1 week ago

'Lack Of Judgment': 2 GOP Senators Will Oppose Trump Nominee Pete Hegseth

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins announced Thursday they will oppose Pete Hegseth, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Defense Department, but they aren’t expected to block his confirmation. “While the allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking do nothing to quiet my concerns, the past behaviors Mr. Hegseth has admitted to, including infidelity on multiple …

Sen. Lisa Murkowski to vote against Hegseth, first Republican to oppose a Trump Cabinet pick
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sen. Lisa Murkowski to vote against Hegseth, first Republican to oppose a Trump Cabinet pick

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced Thursday that she will vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose one of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks. The Alaska Republican’s decision comes ahead of a crucial test vote to advance Hegseth’s nomination toward confirmation. WASHINGTON — Senate GOP leaders rushed to advance Pete Hegseth as President …

'Handful' of GOP senators said to have growing concerns about Hegseth after new reports
2 months, 1 week ago

'Handful' of GOP senators said to have growing concerns about Hegseth after new reports

Raw Story  

The day before the U.S. Senate is scheduled to vote on the appointment of scandal-plagued Pete Hegseth as Donald Trump's secretary of defense there is reportedly some growing hesitation about him amongst some GOP lawmakers. Speaking with MSNBC host Ana Cabrera, NBC's Julie Tsirkin highlighted a damning FBI file on the former Fox News personality who has been accused of …

Senate advances Pete Hegseth’s nomination as Defense secretary, though two Republicans vote against him
2 months, 1 week ago

Senate advances Pete Hegseth’s nomination as Defense secretary, though two Republicans vote against him

LA Times  

Pete Hegseth, President Trump’s choice for secretary of Defense, faces allegations of excessive drinking and sexual assault and other aggressive actions toward women, which he has denied. The Senate advanced President Trump’s nomination of Pete Hegseth as the nation’s Defense secretary on Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite grave objections from Democrats and stirring unease among Republicans over his …

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 …

'Cringe': Legal expert claims Senate Dems dropped the ball with Trump AG pick
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Cringe': Legal expert claims Senate Dems dropped the ball with Trump AG pick

Raw Story  

During a confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Senate Democrats and Republicans questioned former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi — President-elect Donald Trump's pick for U.S. attorney general. But MSNBC legal analyst Lisa Rubin, in a biting opinion column, argues that Democrats dropped the ball when they questioned Bondi and didn't do nearly enough to highlight her flaws. The MSNBC legal analyst …

Pete Hegseth hearings made me 'sick to my stomach': NYT columnist
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth hearings made me 'sick to my stomach': NYT columnist

Raw Story  

New York Times columnist David Brooks has some sharp words for Trump secretary of defense nominee Pete Hegseth -- and also for both the Republicans and Democrats who questioned him at this week's Senate confirmation hearings. In his latest piece, Brooks declares Hegseth to be the defense secretary America deserves on the grounds that the United States is no longer …

'Little of substance': Senate Republicans ripped by WSJ for giving Hegseth 'a pass'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Little of substance': Senate Republicans ripped by WSJ for giving Hegseth 'a pass'

Raw Story  

The Wall Street Editorial Board came away from watching the Senate interrogation of Fox News personality Pete Hegseth to be Donald Trump's next secretary of defense unsatisfied and left with the hope that the embattled nominee will surprise them. In an editorial published after Hegseth's contentious hearing that lasted over 4 hours, the editors praised Sen, Tim Kaine for his …

Trump nominee's 'outrageous lie' before Senate singled out by MSNBC host
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump nominee's 'outrageous lie' before Senate singled out by MSNBC host

Raw Story  

Fox News personality Pete Hegseth's appearance before a Senate committee on Tuesday, as he seeks approval to become Donald Trump's secretary of defense, got a thumbs down on MSNBC Wednesday morning. After sharing clips of the embattled Hegseth attempting to blow off credible accusations of public drunkenness and sexual improprieties, "Morning Joe" co-host Joe Scarborough singled out what he called …

Trump’s cabinet hopefuls set for Senate grillings as Newsom urges him to visit LA: Live updates
Trending News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s cabinet hopefuls set for Senate grillings as Newsom urges him to visit LA: Live updates

The Independent  

✕ Close Donald Trump’s defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth heckled by protesters at Senate confirmation 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 …

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.” …

Who is Pete Hegseth? The Fox News anchor turned nominee for defense secretary
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Who is Pete Hegseth? The Fox News anchor turned nominee for defense secretary

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. His previous role was as an anchor on Fox & Friends He is battling …

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 …

Donald Trump's Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth under fire at confirmation hearings
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump's Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth under fire at confirmation hearings

ABC  

US president-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, has come under fire during his confirmation hearing on Tuesday as Democrats railed against him and voiced deep concern about his inexperience, alleged drunkenness and past opposition to women in combat. "Mr Hegseth, I do not believe that you are qualified to meet the overwhelming demands of this job," …

Pete Hegseth Weathers Brutal Questions On Drinking, Assault Claims In Senate Hearing
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth Weathers Brutal Questions On Drinking, Assault Claims In Senate Hearing

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Defense secretary hopeful Pete Hegseth faced intense scrutiny from Democrats in a Tuesday confirmation hearing, fielding questions about allegations of sexual assault, infidelity, showing up to work drunk and disparaging women’s participation in the military. “I think he helped himself immensely today.” Senate Majority Leader John Thune also brushed off concerns about the sexual assault …

Pete Hegseth’s Go-To Dodge in His Confirmation Hearing
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth’s Go-To Dodge in His Confirmation Hearing

Slate  

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. He noted that Hegseth had faced allegations since November covering “sexual assault, inappropriate workplace behavior, alcohol abuse, and financial mismanagement,” but noted that “the majority of these have come from anonymous sources in liberal media publications.” He gave Hegseth …

Trump's Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth grilled by senators as cabinet hearings begin
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump's Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth grilled by senators as cabinet hearings begin

The Hindu  

Controversial Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from senators Tuesday about his views on women serving in combat and his qualifications to lead the Defense Department as confirmation hearings for Donald Trump's cabinet picks get underway. Mr. Hegseth, a former Army National Guard officer and ex-Fox News host, was grilled by Democratic members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, …

JD Vance slams Senate Democrats’ ‘grandstanding’ at Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing: ‘Perplexing’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

JD Vance slams Senate Democrats’ ‘grandstanding’ at Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing: ‘Perplexing’

Hindustan Times  

JD Vance slammed Senate Democrats’ “grandstanding” at Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing after they repeatedly bashed the defense secretary nominee. Hegseth's confirmation hearing at the Senate Armed Services Committee began on Tuesday, January 14, with Democratic senators laying into him his controversial comments about women in the military. JD Vance slams Senate Democrats’ ‘grandstanding’ at Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing “I find …

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 …

'Far too much at stake': Watchdog warns Dems against fast-tracking Trump nominees
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Far too much at stake': Watchdog warns Dems against fast-tracking Trump nominees

Raw Story  

With the Republican-controlled Senate set to hold confirmation hearings for more than a dozen of President-elect Donald Trump's nominees this week, a watchdog group on Tuesday urged Democrats to oppose any effort to ram the picks through without sufficiently aggressive questioning and vetting. The New York Times reported Tuesday that an FBI background check on Pete Hegseth, Trump's choice to …

Key takeaways from Pete Hegseth's fiery confirmation hearing
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Key takeaways from Pete Hegseth's fiery confirmation hearing

Associated Press  

▶ Several of Donald Trump’s picks for his Cabinet are appearing before the Senate for confirmation hearings Wednesday. WASHINGTON — Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, publicly faced senators for the first time after weeks of questions from Democrats — and praise from Republicans — about his “unconventional” resume. Here are some takeaways from Hegseth’s confirmation hearing: …

Trump’s Pentagon pick off to a stormy start in Senate confirmation process
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s Pentagon pick off to a stormy start in Senate confirmation process

Hindustan Times  

Washington: President-elect Donald Trump’s process to get his nominees confirmed began on a stormy note with Democrats on the Senate Armed Services Committee slamming his pick as the secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, about his personal conduct, views on women in combat, racist comments, alcohol abuse, lack of experience, support for war criminals, partisanship, and poor record of management. Hegseth, …

‘The least qualified nominee in American history’: Why Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘The least qualified nominee in American history’: Why Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense

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 Fox News host Pete Hegseth, pictured interviewing Donald Trump in …

Confirmation Hearings For Trump Cabinet Picks: Latest Updates
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Confirmation Hearings For Trump Cabinet Picks: Latest Updates

Huff Post  

Sen. Jack Reed, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, told Hegseth in his opening remarks that he's not he qualified to be defense secretary and listed off serious accusations against him. "Mr. Hegseth, I do not believe that you are qualified to meet the overwhelming demands of this job," Reed told Hegseth, who stared straight ahead as …

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 …

What to watch as Pete Hegseth faces questions about his experience and personal past
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What to watch as Pete Hegseth faces questions about his experience and personal past

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth will publicly face senators for the first time Tuesday after weeks of privately pushing back on criticism over his qualifications and personal past. !” What to watch as Hegseth’s hearing gets underway on Tuesday morning: How he would run the department Republicans have said they view Hegseth’s combat experience as an asset, but …

Hegseth confronts allegations of misconduct as senators grill Trump’s choice for Pentagon chief
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Hegseth confronts allegations of misconduct as senators grill Trump’s choice for Pentagon chief

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, vowed Tuesday to foster a “warrior culture” at the Pentagon and confronted allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking and questions about his derisive views of women in combat during a heated Senate confirmation hearing. But Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., compared Hegseth to Trump himself, and said he will …

Hegseth confronts allegations of misconduct as senators question Trump’s Pentagon pick
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Hegseth confronts allegations of misconduct as senators question Trump’s Pentagon pick

LA Times  

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to be Defense secretary, appears before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday. President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for Defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, vowed Tuesday to foster a “warrior culture” at the Pentagon and confronted allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking and questions about his derisive views of women in combat during a heated …

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, grilled at contentious Senate hearing
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, grilled at contentious Senate hearing

NPR  

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, grilled at contentious Senate hearing toggle caption Allison Robbert/AFP via Getty Images We're following the confirmation hearings for the incoming Trump administration. Ranking member Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., who's voted for the last eight nominees for the post, said Hegseth lacks "the character and composure and competence to hold the position of secretary of …

US Senate confirmation hearings for Trump's cabinet begins with notorious Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth
2 months, 2 weeks ago

US Senate confirmation hearings for Trump's cabinet begins with notorious Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: Confirmation hearings for US President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominees kicked off on Tuesday with a combative session for controversial Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host dogged by allegations of sexual misconduct and who lacks experience leading large organizations. Hegseth, a former Army National Guard officer, was grilled by Democratic members of the Senate Armed Services Committee …

'Real trouble': Ex-GOP aide warns Trump key senator could block his plans
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Real trouble': Ex-GOP aide warns Trump key senator could block his plans

Raw Story  

A former Republican staffer to two House speakers is warning that Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing this week will be challenging. Speaking to MSNBC on Monday, Brendan Buck said that Sen. Joni Ernst isn't at "yes" on Hegseth yet. "There is one key senator on that panel who he has not yet won over, and that's Joni Ernst of Iowa, a …

Hegseth could lead troops who’d face getting fired for actions he’s done in the past
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Hegseth could lead troops who’d face getting fired for actions he’s done in the past

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — If Pete Hegseth were still in uniform, his extramarital affairs and a decision to flatly ignore a combat commander’s directive would not just be drawing the attention of senators — they could have run afoul of military law. That is raising questions among current and former defense leaders and veterans about whether Hegseth would be able to enforce …

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 …

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