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Senate advances Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary

Senate to vote on Hegseth confirmation as defense secretary as Democrats continue to raise concerns

In a 51 to 49 vote Thursday, the Senate advanced Hegseth's nomination, with two Republicans joining all Democrats in opposition. The vote started the clock on up to 30 hours of debate as senators spar over the nominee, while the GOP barrels forward, expecting to finalize his confirmation in a vote late Friday evening.

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Two Republican Senators Oppose Hegseth for Defense Secretary

Statements from Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine set the stage for a close vote on Friday.

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US Senate Advances Nomination of Trump Defense Pick Hegseth

The U.S. Senate narrowly voted on Thursday to advance the nomination of Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and military veteran, to be President Donald Trump's secretary of defense, clearing the way for a vote on his confirmation later this week.

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Affidavit Contains New Domestic Abuse Allegations Against Pete Hegseth: Reports

Hegseth, through his attorney, firmly denied the latest allegations, which come as his nomination to lead the Pentagon is set ...

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Hegseth is the 'right guy for the job,' Sen. Rounds says

Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., joins 'Fox & Friends' to discuss Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing to head the DoD. Gavin ...

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Pete Hegseth's nomination to lead the Pentagon clears a key hurdle in the Senate

Senators voted 51-49 to advance Hegseth's defense secretary bid, which has been mired in several controversies. Two ...

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Democrats fail to land decisive blow against Hegseth

Democrats on the Senate Armed Services Committee failed to land a decisive blow against Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s ...

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Hegseth is the right man to lead Department of Defense: Sen. Mike Rounds | Morning in America

President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, faced a fiery Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday that drew protesters as well as veterans who expressed their support. Sen.

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

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GOP Senator Has “Terse Remarks” About Trump’s Decision on Mike Pompeo

President Trump returned to the Oval Office on Monday and revoked security clearances of the 51 national security professionals (including former NSA and CIA Director Michael Hayden) who signed a&nbs ...

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