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Trump Secretary of Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth's Ex-Wife Told FBI 'He Drinks More Often Than He Doesn't,' Source Says

Pete Hegseth's Secretary of Defense nomination faces controversy as FBI interviews with his ex-wife and allegations of excessive drinking and misconduct raise serious questions during his confirmation process.

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Senate Armed Services Chairman Stands By Defense Secretary Nominee

Senator Wicker supports Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense amid allegations. FBI investigation clears Hegseth. Controversy over alcohol abuse claims.

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Pete Hegseth's Ex-Wife Raises Concerns About Alcohol Use

Pete Hegseth's ex-wife's statement to the FBI about his alcohol use raises concerns during his confirmation process.

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Republicans blustered for months on Hegseth’s questionable nomination. Then they did Trump’s bidding

Republicans seem more than happy to drag Hegseth across the finish line, while Democrats miss easy layups, Eric Garcia and Andrew Feinberg write

The Independent UK

Hegseth sticks to script at his confirmation hearing - Roll Call

President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon faced broad opposition from Democrats during his confirmation hearing.

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Sen. Reed Requests FBI Report On Defense Pick Be Public

Sen. Jack Reed raises concerns about transparency of FBI report on Pete Hegseth during questioning by the Senate Armed Services Committee.

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The Latest: Pete Hegseth delivers opening remarks in his defense secretary confirmation hearing

Donald Trump’s cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth

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Senate Chairman Announces One Round Of Questioning In Confirmation Hearing

Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker announces structured single-round questioning format for Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing, ensurin...

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Protesters Disrupt Confirmation Hearing For Defense Secretary Nominee

Protesters disrupt confirmation hearing for defense secretary nominee, highlighting contentious nomination process.

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Republicans Urge Americans to Let Go of Pete Hegseth's Past Drinking, Womanizing During Nomination Hearing: 'People Can Change'

Hegseth has been accused of sexual assault, as well as allegations of alcohol abuse and financial mismanagement.

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Senate Chairman Defends Defense Pick Amid Controversy

Republican Senator backs Pete Hegseth for defense secretary despite allegations. Hegseth denies claims. Ongoing confirmation process.

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Republican Sen. Banks Urges Swift Confirmation For Defense Nominee

Republican Senator criticizes Democrats for delaying confirmation hearings, raising concerns over national security implications.

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Pete Hegseth's Confirmation Still In Doubt As Senate Panel Seeks Additional Information On Damning Allegations

The inquiries, conducted in early December, follow allegations of sexual assault and financial mismanagement, allegations Hegseth denies.

Latin Times

House voting on $895B defense bill with military pay raise, ban on transgender care for minors

National defense would see a 1% increase in spending this fiscal year under a Pentagon policy bill that provides for a double-digit pay raise for about half of the enlisted service members in the military

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Hegseth soldiers on with meeting GOP senators - Roll Call

Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's choice to lead the Pentagon, met with Republican senators as questions linger about his personal history.

The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth tells senator he won’t drink as he accuses critics of being ‘jealous’

Former Fox host’s defense secretary nomination in trouble amid reports of excessive drinking and sexual assault

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Defense Secretary Pick Vows Not To Drink On Duty

Pete Hegseth's commitment to abstain from drinking as Defense Secretary reflects his dedication and focus on fulfilling his duties effectively.

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Pete Hegseth Meets With Senators Amid Defense Secretary Nomination

Pete Hegseth, nominee for Secretary of Defense, actively seeks support amidst allegations, remains determined in his pursuit of the role.

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Pete Hegseth To Meet With Key Senators Tomorrow

Pete Hegseth to meet with key senators for defense secretary nomination discussions.

The Guardian - US

Defense head pick Pete Hegseth now dogged by questions over alcohol use

Questions have also been raised over reports the embattled former Fox News host mismanaged two veterans groups

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Sen. Wicker Views Gaetz Withdrawal As Positive Development

Republican Sen. Roger Wicker views Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from attorney general consideration positively amidst ongoing investigations.

Salon

Trump defense pick "hasn't been honest"

A 2017 allegation of sexual assault surfaced a day after the president-elect picked Hegseth for defense secretary

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Sen. Wicker To Review Reports On Pentagon Nominee

Sen. Roger Wicker addresses concerns over Pete Hegseth's nomination amidst sexual assault allegations. FBI background check to be conducted.

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Republicans Criticize Zelenskyy's Visit To Pennsylvania Munitions Plant

House Speaker calls for Ukraine's ambassador dismissal over Zelenskyy's visit to munitions plant, sparking political debate.

The Guardian - UK

Blinken hints US will lift restrictions on Ukraine using long-range arms in Russia

Decision understood to have already been made in private as secretary of state says in Kyiv that US will continue to adapt policy

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