Pete Hegseth confirmed as defence secretary in nail-biting vote, but 3 Republicans moved away. Who are they?
Saturday, 25 January 2025 () Donald Trump's defense secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, narrowly secured Senate confirmation with the help of Vice President JD Vance's tie-breaking vote. Hegseth faced opposition from three Republicans and the entire Democratic caucus, amid concerns over his experience and past behavior.
Pete Hegseth has officially been confirmed as the next U.S. Secretary of Defense after a tense 50-50 vote in the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance stepping in to break the tie. The confirmation marks a significant victory for President Donald Trump, despite strong opposition from both Democrats...
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Pete Hegseth has OFFICIALLY been confirmed as the new Secretary of Defense after JD Vance broke a 50-50 tie in the Senate. Kristi Noem cruises to confirmation as new DHS Secretary. JD Vance says..
Pete Hegseth was confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Defense after a 50-50 vote in the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. Despite opposition from three Republicans and..
Pete Hegseth was confirmed as defense secretary following a dramatic late-night Senate vote highlighted by behavioural accusations and a 50-50 split. Vice... IndiaTimes
The Senate advanced Pete Hegseth's nomination for Defense Secretary with 51 Republican votes despite opposition from GOP senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan... IndiaTimes