Ex-Trump staffer claims she's smarter than Trump's Defense Secretary nominee
2 months, 1 week ago

Ex-Trump staffer claims she's smarter than Trump's Defense Secretary nominee

Raw Story  

"The View" began it's Wednesday show blasting Donald Trump's Secretary of Defense nominee, Fox News host Pete Hegseth. One key piece of the hearing that bothered former Donald Trump staffer Alyssa Farah Griffin, other than what she saw was his sexism, was that he didn't know basic things in government. "I think Republicans made a really bad decision to lower the bar for what they expect from the Secretary of Defense," Farrah Griffin continued, recalling Gen. Jim Mattis, who was confirmed with a near-unanimous Senate vote. "You may not have agreed on his position on Syria, and Democrats and Republicans voted for him as Trump's first Secretary of Defense.," she continued, specifically citing Hegseth's answer to basic foreign policy questions asked by Sen. Tammy Duckworth Hegseth was asked if he knew what countries were in ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

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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 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 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 …

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

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

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

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

Trump nominee is enjoying 'perverse Republican version of affirmative action': MSNBC host
2 months, 1 week ago

Trump nominee is enjoying 'perverse Republican version of affirmative action': MSNBC host

Raw Story  

MSNBC’s Chris Hayes shredded President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet selections as “unqualified and lackluster” – but suggested more was at play in an op-ed published Wednesday. The cable news host appeared especially amused by Trump’s pick of former Fox News host Pete Hegseth to lead the Department of Defense, and in a stinging rebuke of the MAGA movement, went after Republicans’ …

The View panel rip into 'smug' and 'unqualified' Pete Hegseth following confirmation hearing
2 months, 1 week ago

The View panel rip into 'smug' and 'unqualified' Pete Hegseth following confirmation hearing

Daily Mail  

The View hosts didn't hold back as they tore into Pete Hegseth during Wednesday's episode of the ABC show, branding him 'unqualified' for the position of defense secretary. The 44-year-old, who is president-elect Donald Trump's first pick for the job, was forced to confront allegations of sexual misconduct, infidelity and heavy drinking during his high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday. …

Trump nominee's 'outrageous lie' before Senate singled out by MSNBC host
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Pete Hegseth’s confirmation was the most antagonistic I’ve ever seen.
2 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 …

What Americans think about Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary pick
2 months, 1 week 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 …

‘The least qualified nominee in American history’: Why Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Trump's nominee for defence secretary Pete Hegseth faces crucial test | Details
2 months, 1 week 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 …

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 …

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 gets surprising boost of momentum after Trump's MAGA allies pressure skeptical senator
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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, 2 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 …

'A lot of trouble': Ex-GOP lawmaker reveals which Trump pick 'scares the heck' out of him
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Watch: MSNBC guest launches expletive-laced attack on Trump's new Hegseth defense
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Pete Hegseth, Trump's Pentagon pick, threatens sexual assault accuser with extortion lawsuit if…
3 months, 2 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 …

Donald Trump stands by Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth despite drinking, sexual assault allegations: ‘He will be fantastic’
3 months, 3 weeks 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’s not giving up on ‘fantastic, high energy’ Pete Hegseth as he blasts ‘fake news’
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

'Nothing that can be done': Trump makes first comment on at-risk Pete Hegseth nomination
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Nothing that can be done': Trump makes first comment on at-risk Pete Hegseth nomination

Raw Story  

Donald Trump has largely left his choice for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, to fight his own battle for winning approval of Republican Senators who will decide Hegseth's fate. Reports have suggested Trump isn't working the phones for Hegseth, which is something he reportedly did do for his failed pick, Matt Gaetz. His support is strong and deep, much more so …

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 …

'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 …

Trump's nominee poses a 'problem for our entire national defense': Senator
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Pete Hegseth vows to 'fight like hell' for US defence secretary job despite 'smear' campaign
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth vows to 'fight like hell' for US defence secretary job despite 'smear' campaign

ABC  

Donald Trump's pick to run the Pentagon says he is the victim of an unfair smear campaign and he'll "fight like hell" for the job — despite reports the president-elect is already considering replacing him. "What you're seeing right now with me is the art of the smear," Mr Hegseth told conservative interviewer Megyn Kelly on Wednesday, local time. Mr …

Right-wing networks can’t agree on how to cover Pete Hegseth’s many scandals
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Right-wing networks can’t agree on how to cover Pete Hegseth’s many scandals

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 former Fox News host Pete Hegseth’s appointment as defense …

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 …

Trump considers ally-turned-rival DeSantis to replace Hegseth as Pentagon chief
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump considers ally-turned-rival DeSantis to replace Hegseth as Pentagon chief

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 Donald Trump is said to be eying his former friend-turned-staunch …

Donald Trump reportedly considering this State Governor to replace Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Hegseth to sit for Fox News interview as he tries to rescue Pentagon nomination: report
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3 months, 3 weeks 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 Hegseth is under scrutiny. But he says he's 'not going anywhere'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump's Defense pick Hegseth is under scrutiny. But he says he's 'not going anywhere'

NPR  

Trump's Defense pick Hegseth is under scrutiny. But Hegseth did an interview on Wednesday with "The Megyn Kelly Show" on SiriusXM where he said he wanted to fight back — and that he had Trump's support. What Hegseth's mother said on Fox News On Wednesday, his mother, Penelope Hegseth, took the unusual step of going on "Fox & Friends" to …

Lindsey Graham: 'Very disturbing' reports on Pete Hegseth make confirmation 'difficult'
Trending News
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

'You've got a problem': Even Newsmax's Greg Kelly is now telling Pete Hegseth to withdraw
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'You've got a problem': Even Newsmax's Greg Kelly is now telling Pete Hegseth to withdraw

Raw Story  

Newsmax host Greg Kelly called on former Fox News host Pete Hegseth to withdraw from consideration after President-elect Donald Trump nominated him to be secretary of defense. In a rant on Monday, Kelly insisted that Hegseth's confirmation as defense secretary was "not going to happen." "It just can't, not after what we're learning about," Kelly said, citing an accusation from …

'Credibly accused of raping a woman': Guest sounds alarm on Pete Hegseth live on Fox News
Trending News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Credibly accused of raping a woman': Guest sounds alarm on Pete Hegseth live on Fox News

Raw Story  

Fox News guest Lucy Caldwell, a Democratic strategist, argued that sexual assault allegations against Pete Hegseth should be taken seriously after President-elect Donald Trump nominated him to be defense secretary. On Sunday's Media Buzz program, host Howard Kurtz said that Hegseth and other nominees had faced "credible" threats of violence. "Some of Trump's cabinet appointees have been credibly accused of …

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

MSNBC host names three good things about Pete Hegseth before going on blistering attack: ‘Here's the thing’
4 months ago

MSNBC host names three good things about Pete Hegseth before going on blistering attack: ‘Here's the thing’

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 MSNBC host Jen Psaki took the opportunity this week to …

Megyn Kelly takes swipe at Pete Hegseth not being marriage material while defending him from sexual assault allegations
4 months ago

Megyn Kelly takes swipe at Pete Hegseth not being marriage material while defending him from sexual assault 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. Read our privacy policy Former Fox News host Megyn Kelly attacked her ex-colleague Pete …

Who is Pete Hegseth? The Fox News anchor turned nominee for defense secretary
4 months 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. The woman, referred to throughout the 22-page report as Jane Doe, also told police …

Trump's defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth breaks silence on sex assault allegations
4 months ago

Trump's defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth breaks silence on sex assault allegations

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth has broken his silence on sordid sexual assault claims in a police report released on Wednesday night. Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth has broken his silence on sordid sexual assault claims in a police report released on Wednesday night Hegseth is also facing an uphill confirmation battle after it …

Pete Hegseth and J.D. Vance team up to sway senators to back Trump's embattled secretary of defense pick
4 months ago

Pete Hegseth and J.D. Vance team up to sway senators to back Trump's embattled secretary of defense pick

Daily Mail  

All eyes are on Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth after Matt Gaetz stunningly withdrew his name from consideration to be attorney general after new underage sex claims. Hegseth is facing an uphill confirmation battle after it came to light that he was investigated for an alleged sexual assault in 2017 - but no charges were filed 'That's …

'People are upset': Trump's team prepping alternative defense secretary candidates
4 months, 1 week ago

'People are upset': Trump's team prepping alternative defense secretary candidates

Raw Story  

Although Donald Trump is confident in his defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, two sources tell Vanity Fair special correspondent Gabriel Sherman that some of the president-elect's allies are worried the Fox News host won't "survive" the allegations against him. Per the report, one source told Sherman "that transition members are frustrated that Hegseth failed to disclose he had paid a …

Former secretary of defense gives insights on Trump's choice of Pete Hegseth
4 months, 1 week ago

Former secretary of defense gives insights on Trump's choice of Pete Hegseth

NPR  

Former secretary of defense gives insights on Trump's choice of Pete Hegseth Former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel explains the challenges that President Elect Trump's pick to lead the Department of Defense will inherit. Hegseth, longtime Fox News host, is President-elect Trump's nominee for secretary of defense. HAGEL: If the military is ever politicized in any way - and we're …

‘The least qualified nominee in American history’: Why Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Defense pick Peter Hegseth paid accuser to protect his career, his lawyer confirms
4 months, 1 week ago

Defense pick Peter Hegseth paid accuser to protect his career, his lawyer confirms

NPR  

Defense pick Peter Hegseth paid accuser to protect his career, his lawyer confirms toggle caption Brett Carlsen/Getty Images An attorney for Pete Hegseth, the longtime Fox News host and President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, confirmed to NPR that Hegseth had paid a woman who accused him of sexual assault in order to prevent her from filing a lawsuit …

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