Pete Hegseth, Senate Armed Services Committee and Defense

Senate Armed Services Committee advances Pete Hegseth's nomination to lead the Pentagon
A cloud of controversy has hung over Hegseth, but he now appears to be on track to be confirmed as Trump's defense secretary.
Senate panel advances Defense secretary nominee Hegseth on party-line vote
The Senate Armed Services Committee on Monday voted to advance Pete Hegseth, President Trump’s nominee to serve as secretary of Defense, to the floor. The 14-13 vote was strictly along party lines. Senators on the Armed Services panel also voted to waive the seven-day rule that usually requires at least a week to elapse
Senate receives new allegations against Trump’s defense secretary nominee
As a Senate confirmation vote approaches, an affidavit by Pete Hegseth’s ex-sister-in-law alleges aggressive behavior and heavy drinking.
Pete Hegseth nomination advances in Senate despite Sen. Mark Kelly's objections
Pete Hegseth’s controversial nomination as defense secretary moved a step closer to confirmation with the Senate Armed Services Committee recommending him to the job on party lines. U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly,
Armed Services Panel Rushes Through Hegseth Nomination Along Party Lines
Republicans moved behind closed doors on Monday to speed the nomination of Pete Hegseth, President Trump’s nominee for defense secretary, to the Senate floor, brushing aside the objections of Democrats who have raised concerns about his personal conduct.
Susan Collins denies she ‘turned down’ meeting with Hegseth accuser
The centrist who could prove vital to the Pentagon nominee's future was recently approached by a third-party individual with ...
Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving Trump first Cabinet member
WASHINGTON — The Senate quickly confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state Monday, voting unanimously to give President ...
Susan Collins officially named chair of powerful Senate committee
Sen. Susan Collins of Maine was officially named chair on Tuesday of the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee, where she will play a key role in federal spending decisions, including so-called ...
Team Trump faces the Senate: Six top picks in confirmation hearings
Senators will grill Trump's choices to lead the Justice, State, Transportation and Energy departments,as well as the CIA and ...
Democrats dial up pressure on Hegseth as confirmation battle nears
The record of Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Pentagon, should disqualify him for such a pivotal national ...
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GOP Senator Susan Collins Throws a Wrench in Trump's Cabinet Plans
Susan Collins of Maine is calling for "extensive committee investigations" into ... seeking the coveted LEADERSHIP position in the United States Senate must agree to Recess Appointments ...
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Susan Collins refutes she ‘turned down’ meeting with Hegseth accuser
Susan Collins ... with the Senate Armed Services Committee. “I never turned down a meeting with Mr. Hegseth’s accuser. I was never contacted by her or her attorney,” Collins said in a ...
Sen. Collins receives Army's highest public service honor
PORTLAND (WGME) – Senator Susan Collins has received the Army's highest public service honor. The Army says Collins was ...