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Next nominee for Defense Secretary if Hegseth not confirmed by Mar 24, 2025?
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Donald Trump•Republican•Susan Collins•Lisa Murkowski•Pete Hegseth•North Carolina•California•Trump•Hegseth•Army•Fox News•Senate
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Trump Surprised by GOP Senators' Opposition to Hegseth's Defense Secretary Nomination, Senate Vote Today
Jan 24, 2025, 03:29 PM
President Donald Trump expressed surprise at the opposition from Republican Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski to the nomination of Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary. Speaking to reporters before departing for North Carolina and California, Trump highlighted his disappointment with the senators' decision to vote against ending debate on Hegseth's nomination, which would have moved it to a final vote. Hegseth, an Army veteran and former Fox News host, has been embroiled in controversy due to past allegations of sexual assault and remarks about women in combat. Despite the opposition, Trump remains hopeful about Hegseth's confirmation, stating, 'He's a good man. I hope he makes it.' The Senate is set to vote on Hegseth's confirmation later today.
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