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Senate panel advances Defense secretary nominee Hegseth on party-line vote

  • The Senate Armed Services Committee advanced Pete Hegseth's nomination to become President Donald Trump's Defense Secretary on a 14-13 party-line vote, sending it to the Senate floor for further consideration.
  • Democrats expressed concerns about Hegseth's lack of traditional credentials and his controversial views, including support for pardons for troops charged with war crimes.
  • Hegseth has stated his intention to review senior officers based on meritocracy and to reinstate service members discharged for refusing the coronavirus vaccine.
  • Sen. Tammy Duckworth criticized Hegseth's inability to address key questions during his hearing, highlighting concerns about his suitability for the position.
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