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Trump orders Senate GOP not to ‘fast-track’ confirmations — Will some nominees change?
6 days, 9 hours ago

Trump orders Senate GOP not to ‘fast-track’ confirmations — Will some nominees change?

Raw Story  

After strongly defending even his most controversial nominees, and amid growing skepticism, pushback, and occasional mockery, even from Republican senators, President-elect Donald Trump issued a confusing statement Tuesday night, ordering Senate Republicans to not "fast track" any "nominations." "To all Senate Republicans: NO DEAL WITH DEMOCRATS TO FAST TRACK NOMINATIONS AT THE END OF THIS CONGRESS," Trump wrote Tuesday night …

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Pete Hegseth will release sexual assault accuser from NDA, Lindsey Graham says
1 week, 2 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 …

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Politics chat: Trump attends Army-Navy game; McConnell backs polio vaccine; mystery drones over New Jersey
1 week, 3 days ago

Politics chat: Trump attends Army-Navy game; McConnell backs polio vaccine; mystery drones over New Jersey

NPR  

Politics chat: Trump attends Army-Navy game; McConnell backs polio vaccine; mystery drones over New Jersey President-elect Donald Trump had two high-profile guests with him at the Army-Navy game yesterday: Pete Hegseth, his Secretary of Defense pick, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. And that's where we begin with NPR White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez. RASCOE: Franco, on Friday, Senator Mitch McConnell …

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'This is my issue': Trump allies give ultimatum to GOP senator up for reelection
1 week, 3 days ago

'This is my issue': Trump allies give ultimatum to GOP senator up for reelection

Raw Story  

One Senate Republican who has had a tepid response to several of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees is now in the crosshairs of some of Trump's top allies — including one from her own state. Ernst, who is a military veteran and sexual assault survivor, has not yet stated whether Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth would get her vote when his …

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'I don't trust him': Senator shoots down Trump nominee's new scramble to save nomination
1 week, 4 days ago

'I don't trust him': Senator shoots down Trump nominee's new scramble to save nomination

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's controversial choice to run the Pentagon is backtracking on previous comments he made about women in combat and some senators are not buying his sudden about-face as he tries to salvage his nomination. According to a report from Politico, Fox News personality Pete Hegseth is scrambling to disavow comments he made just a month ago, before the president-elect …

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Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
1 week, 5 days 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 …

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Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
1 week, 5 days 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 …

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Exclusive: GOP senators reveal Fox News staff have launched lobbying blitz for Hegseth
1 week, 6 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 …

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Hegseth meets with moderate Sen. Collins as he lobbies for key votes in the Senate
1 week, 6 days ago

Hegseth meets with moderate Sen. Collins as he lobbies for key votes in the Senate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Defense Department, said he had a “wonderful conversation” with Maine Sen. Susan Collins on Wednesday as he pushed to win enough votes for confirmation. She said she had a “good, substantive” discussion with Hegseth and “covered a wide range of topics,” including sexual assault in the military, Ukraine and …

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Republicans Look Past Sexual Assault, Alcohol Allegations Against Pete Hegseth
2 weeks 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 …

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Trump's controversial picks Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard visit Senate for support
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump's controversial picks Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard visit Senate for support

India Today  

Two of President-elect Donald Trump's most controversial nominees, Pete Hegseth and Tulsi Gabbard, sought support from US senators on Monday, but it remained uncertain whether they would get the near-unanimous Republican backing they will need to win confirmation. Former Fox News personality Hegseth held a second meeting with Senator Joni Ernst, a combat veteran and sexual assault survivor seen as …

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'Love his charisma': Republican lauds ‘man of integrity’ Hegseth who will 'get rid of DEI'
2 weeks, 1 day 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,” …

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Key Republican Joni Ernst Gives Boost to Embattled Pete Hegseth Nomination
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

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GOP senator offers curious defense for Pete Hegseth drinking claims: ‘There’s a lot of alcohol that flows through Washington’
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

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“Botched up pretty bad”: Republicans gripe that Trump isn't vetting Cabinet picks
2 weeks, 4 days ago

“Botched up pretty bad”: Republicans gripe that Trump isn't vetting Cabinet picks

Salon  

The only constant of Donald Trump's transition into his second term has been chaos. Trump's hinted at forgoing the typical background checks on his nominees as allegations of misconduct pile up around them and the seemingly slapdash nature of Trump's process is starting to chafe lawmakers. A new report from NBC News spoke with Trump transition insiders and Republican politicians …

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Week in politics: Musk, Ramaswamy meets lawmakers on Capitol Hill
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Week in politics: Musk, Ramaswamy meets lawmakers on Capitol Hill

NPR  

Week in politics: Musk, Ramaswamy meets lawmakers on Capitol Hill President-elect Trump's call for government efficiency found some enthusiasm on Capitol Hill this week, while opposition for controversial nominees seemed to weaken. ELISSA NADWORNY, HOST: On Capitol Hill this week, the buzzword's been efficiency. NADWORNY: That's Senator Mike Rounds of South Dakota at the Capitol this week, as President-elect Trump's …

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'Nothing that can be done': Trump makes first comment on at-risk Pete Hegseth nomination
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

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'You are despicable': MAGA turns on GOP senator for holding up key Trump nomination
2 weeks, 5 days ago

'You are despicable': MAGA turns on GOP senator for holding up key Trump nomination

Raw Story  

Sen. Joni Ernst found herself the target of wrath among President-elect Donald Trump's supporters after she signaled on Thursday that she was not on board with the nomination of Fox News personality Pete Hegseth to lead the Department of Defense. Her post was quickly bombarded by angry Trump supporters who threatened to support a primary challenge against her unless she …

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'No rumors': Republican changes tune on Hegseth day after calling allegations 'disturbing'
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

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'Absolute life loser': Right-wing streamer unleashes tirade against GOP senator
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Absolute life loser': Right-wing streamer unleashes tirade against GOP senator

Raw Story  

A conservative commentator and ex-Fox News host lashed out at Sen. Lisa Murkowski in an angry insult-laced rant on Wednesday revolving around her potential opposition to Pete Hegseth’s controversial nomination. Dan Bongino, a Trump loyalist and host of the Bongino Report podcast, made the comments on his show where he dug into Murkowski and Sen. Susan Collins – two key …

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'I've seen tougher guys at Starbucks': MAGA country star turns on Republican senator
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'I've seen tougher guys at Starbucks': MAGA country star turns on Republican senator

Raw Story  

One-half of the country duo Big & Rich laid into Sen. Lindsey Graham on Wednesday evening over the senator's comments about Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's embattled pick for Pentagon chief. John Rich, a vocal supporter of Trump — and vehement opponent of Joe Biden who once mocked the president as "Sniffy" over his sniffles — took to the social …

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Ernst holds the pivotal vote in Hegseth’s hill fight
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

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'I've never paid hush money to anyone!' Jake Tapper grills GOP senator on Hegseth defense
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'I've never paid hush money to anyone!' Jake Tapper grills GOP senator on Hegseth defense

Raw Story  

CNN's Jake Tapper cornered Sen. Eric Schmitt on Wednesday, as Schmitt tried to defend Donald Trump's right to nominate Fox News personality Pete Hegseth to lead the Pentagon, despite allegations of sexual misconduct and drinking problem — which has led several Republican senators to waffle on whether they'll vote to confirm him, and Hegseth resorting to drastic measures to try …

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'Grow up': Hegseth-backer suggests nominee was immature 37-year-old
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

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