Pete Hegseth narrowly secured Senate confirmation as the new Defense Secretary, facing opposition from Republican senators McConnell, Murkowski, and Collins who criticized his lack of traditional defense contractor experience. Contrasting with previous Defense Secretary Mark Esper’s corporate background, Hegseth’s military service and advocacy against woke agendas positioned him as a change agent seeking to eliminate anti-merit based policies in the military and defense industry. Hegseth’s confirmation reflects a shift towards courage and resistance against progressive ideologies within these institutions.
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Kevin Hassett says if Senate finds Medicare abuse, then “we would look at it” in Trump bill
Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, clarified that the Trump administration is not targeting Medicare in its budget proposal but is open to addressing any identified fraud or abuse. He dismissed claims of Medicare cuts as "fake news," while Senate Republicans work on the House-passed budget bill, which includes significant tax cuts and changes to Medicaid. Some GOP senators express concerns over the Medicaid provisions, highlighting the need for careful negotiation...
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