Hegseth Heads Into a Critical 24 Hours in Faltering Bid to Lead Pentagon
WASHINGTON—Pete Hegseth tried to salvage his bid to become President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary, as snowballing allegations related to his treatment of women and excessive drinking raised concerns among Republican senators about his fitness for the top Pentagon post.
Republican senators express growing concerns over Pete Hegseth misconduct allegations
Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for defense secretary, was back on Capitol Hill Tuesday looking to shore up support as he fends off allegations of misconduct.
Pete Hegseth meets with Republican senators amid new allegations
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, met with Republican senators on Capitol Hill amid new allegations against him of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard reports on how Republicans are feeling about supporting Hegseth.
Pete Hegseth says he won't 'back down' as scrutiny grows over misconduct allegations
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, said on Wednesday he will not "back down" after new misconduct allegations have caused growing concern among Republican senators who would vote on whether to confirm him.
Hegseth tries to salvage Cabinet nomination as misconduct allegations pile up
Pete Hegseth is vowing not to withdraw his name for President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary as he faces allegations of sexual misconduct and drunken behavior at work.
Hegseth faces growing GOP scrutiny as allegations mount
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Senate Republicans hedge on Pete Hegseth support after latest controversy
President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth met with Republican senators on Tuesday amid allegations ranging from sexual assault to workplace misconduct. Hegseth and his attorney have denied any wrongdoing.
Trump transition live updates: Pete Hegseth meets with Republicans amid drinking allegations
Follow the latest on Trump's transition as his pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, comes under scrutiny for sexual ...
Why Pete Hegseth's Nomination Is in Jeopardy
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering replacing Pete Hegseth, who he picked for secretary of defense, with ...
Hegseth Says He Won’t Back Down as His Support Teeters
President-elect Donald J. Trump is weighing his options, even as Pete Hegseth meets with senators to muster support.
Trump's embattled defense pick Hegseth vows to fight on, says he won't drink if confirmed
Pete Hegseth, denied allegations concerning his drinking and treatment of women, saying "there won’t be a drop of alcohol on ...
Hegseth says he plans to ‘fight like hell’ to win confirmation
Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, said Wednesday that the president-elect told him earlier in the day ...
Pete Hegseth’s Bid To Lead Pentagon Is On Thin Ice
The former Fox News host is battling to save his expected nomination to be defense secretary under Donald Trump amid concerns ...
Pete Hegseth controversy explained: What to know amid backlash to Trump's Defense pick
Pete Hegseth has been named as President-elect Donald Trump's incoming Defense secretary nominee. He has drawn controversy ...
Republicans Want Onetime Trump Critic as Hegseth's Pentagon Replacement
As Pete Hegseth's confirmation remains shaky, some lawmakers suggest that Trump replace the former Fox host with one of their ...
Pete Hegseth’s mother defends son over allegations: ‘He’s a changed man’
Penelope Hegseth said she and her son are "very close today" and emphasized that the email in which she criticized him was ...
Is Tennessee's Pete Hegseth being replaced on Trump's Cabinet? Here's what to know about reports of a possible change
Pete Hegseth may be seeing the door even before he gets a chance to sit on President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet. ...