Takeaways From Pete Hegseth’s Confirmation Hearing

Pete Hegseth’s contentious four-hour hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee saw Democrats criticizing him as unqualified, while Republicans praised him as the Pentagon’s needed choice. Senator Joni Ernst’s support after initial reservations suggests Hegseth has the votes to move forward. Despite facing questions about his past conduct and views on women in combat, Hegseth’s communication skills were highlighted by Republican senators as a valuable asset for the role.

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