The confirmation process for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet got underway with a heated hearing for his nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth. The former Fox News presenter and National Guard major faced tough questions from both Democrats and Republicans regarding his leadership qualifications and personal history.
Hegseth, who boasted of his combat experience in Iraq and Afghanistan, found himself under scrutiny for his lack of traditional leadership roles and for his admission of infidelity in a previous marriage. Despite his military background, some senators expressed doubts about his ability to effectively lead the Department of Defense.
The Senate Armed Services Committee hearing marked the beginning of a series of hearings to confirm Trump’s picks for key White House positions. Alongside Hegseth, nominees for Secretary of Veterans Affairs and Interior Secretary also faced tough questioning.
With a total of 13 hearings scheduled for the week, the push to confirm Trump’s cabinet promises to be a contentious and closely watched process. Stay tuned for updates on the confirmation hearings and the incoming administration’s picks for top government positions.
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