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What will be the outcome of the Senate vote on Pete Hegseth's confirmation by February 15, 2025?
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Senator Joni Ernst's Support Secures Pete Hegseth's Confirmation as Secretary of Defense
Jan 14, 2025, 11:45 PM
Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) has announced her support for Pete Hegseth's confirmation as the next Secretary of Defense, ending previous uncertainty over her vote. Ernst, a combat veteran and sexual assault survivor, stated that Hegseth was adequately able to answer her questions, specifically addressing "woke issues" at the Pentagon. "After four years of weakness in the White House, Americans deserve a strong Secretary of Defense," Ernst told Fox News Digital. Her backing is seen as sealing Hegseth's confirmation, effectively ensuring his approval by the Senate.
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