‘I do not believe you are qualified’: Sen. Jack Reed tears into Pete Hegseth at his Senate confirmation hearing
Pete Hegseth’s confirmation Senate hearing is off to a heated start, with Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) laying into him and denouncing his misogyny, racism, and terrible conduct. Hegseth is the first and most controversial of Donald Trump’s cabinet picks to sit for his Senate confirmation.
Senator Reveals Details of New Batch of Allegations Against Pete Hegseth
Sen. Jack Reed released details from an affidavit alleging that Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth's ex-wife feared for her safety during her marriage.
Pete Hegseth Confirmation: First GOP Senator Says She’ll Vote ‘No’ On Trump’s Pentagon Pick
Donald Trump's pick for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, is facing stiff criticism from Democrats—but most Republicans back him.
Sneering Pete Hegseth Immediately Torn Apart in Confirmation Showdown
Pete Hegseth sneered after Sen. Jack Reed ripped him apart during introductions for his much-anticipated Senate confirmation hearing. The former Fox News commentator and U.S. Army veteran was called out as grossly disqualified by Reed,
Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth faces fierce hearing, with Reed and Democratic women senators leading the opposition
None of the 13 Democrats on the Armed Services Committee appeared to believe Hegseth, an Army veteran and Fox News personality, was qualified to run one of the largest and most complex institutions in the world.
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.
Senate advances Pete Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary, despite allegations against him
The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump's defense secretary Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite grave objections from Democrats and
Moderate GOP senator says she will vote against confirmation of Pete Hegseth for defense secretary
Moderte Sen. Susan Collins said she will not be backing Pete Hegseth for the role of secretary of defense under the Trump administration.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski to Vote Against Hegseth, First Republican to Oppose a Trump Cabinet Pick
Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced that she will vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose one of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks
Pete Hegseth Clears Key Senate Vote Despite New Abuse Allegations
Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth cleared a crucial Senate procedural hurdle despite new allegations of abusing a former wife, signaling likely support for his confirmation.
Pete Hegseth's nomination to lead the Pentagon clears a key hurdle in the Senate
The Senate on Thursday voted to advance Pete Hegseth's nomination to be President Donald Trump's defense secretary, setting up a final confirmation vote for the end of the week.
Hegseth spars with Jack Reed over crude nickname for selfish military officers
President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, sparred with Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) over his use of an ...
'Desperate attempt': Senators receive affidavit with allegations about Hegseth’s previous marriage
A new affidavit provided to senators claims secretary of defense nominee Pete Hegseth made his ex-wife feel unsafe at times.
Top Democrat Reed to Hegseth: 'I Do Not Believe You Are Qualified'
Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island, the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, said in his opening remarks that he ...
Reed to Hegseth: You are unqualified, lack character
Sen. Jack Reed (R.I), the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, told Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s ...
Top Senate Armed Services Democrat tells Pete Hegseth he’s unqualified for Pentagon chief
The top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee told Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth he’s unsuitable to lead a ...
Democrat Reed Asks Hegseth About DEI Letters, Role of ‘Jagoff’
Sen. Jack Reed (D., R.I.) said currently serving troops have received emails threatening to be fired for supporting current ...
Hegseth’s ex-wife gives new statement to FBI amid scrutiny over his nomination
Pete Hegseth’s ex-wife recently gave a new statement to the FBI about the defense nominee’s alcohol use, according to two sources familiar with the matter, an issue that has become a source of ...
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Affidavit by Hegseth's ex-sister-in-law makes new claims about his behavior
Hegseth was voted out of committee Monday along party lines. The Senate is expected to take up his nomination soon; it is ...