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Pete Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary After VP Vance Breaks 51-50 Tie
Jan 25, 2025, 02:54 AM
Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and military veteran, has been confirmed as the new U.S. Secretary of Defense after a narrow Senate vote. The final tally was 51-50, with Vice President J.D. Vance casting the tie-breaking vote—the first time a Vice President has broken a tie for a Cabinet-level confirmation. Three Republican Senators—Mitch McConnell, Susan Collins, and Lisa Murkowski—joined all Democrats in opposing the nomination. Hegseth's confirmation follows a contentious two-month battle amid allegations of sexual misconduct, financial mismanagement, and excessive drinking. President Donald Trump staunchly backed Hegseth despite the controversies, making him the third member of his Cabinet to be confirmed. Hegseth is expected to implement significant reforms at the Pentagon.
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