Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and Army combat veteran, is on the brink of being confirmed as the next Secretary of Defense. During his confirmation hearing, he managed to impress Senate Republicans who are eager to expedite his nomination process. According to CNN, Senator Roger Wicker expressed confidence in Hegseth’s support among Republicans, stating that he expects unanimous backing from his party.
Despite facing a series of controversies leading up to the hearing—such as allegations of excessive drinking and sexual assault, which Hegseth has denied—he appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee with determination. His past comments about women not serving in combat roles were also addressed; he has since retracted those statements.
JUST IN: Pete Hegseth is expected to be confirmed after his performance today during his confirmation hearing, according to CNN.
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CNN reports that Republicans were impressed by Hegseth as they push for a quick nomination process.
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The hearing lasted over four hours, during which time Republican senators grew increasingly optimistic about Hegseth’s potential leadership at the Pentagon. With 53 seats under their control in the Senate, Republicans need just 50 votes for his confirmation. John Thune, the Senate Majority Leader from South Dakota, praised Hegseth’s performance by saying he “comported himself extremely well” and made a compelling case for his appointment as Secretary of Defense. Thune assured that efforts would be made swiftly to confirm him.
What an upgrade Hegseth will be compared to the rainbow clown show we have had in that position for the last four years.
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