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Will President-elect Trump publicly support Pete Hegseth before January 14, 2025?
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Senate Majority Leader Thune Tells President-elect Trump Hegseth Has Votes for Defense Secretary Confirmation on Jan. 14
Jan 5, 2025, 08:33 PM
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has privately informed President-elect Donald Trump that he believes Pete Hegseth will have the votes necessary to be confirmed as Secretary of Defense, according to three sources. This communication suggests a level of confidence in Hegseth's confirmation process, despite previous controversies surrounding the nominee, including allegations of sexual misconduct and questions about his management of a veterans' organization. Hegseth's confirmation hearing is scheduled for January 14, as announced by Senate Armed Services Chairman Roger Wicker.
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