Facing renewed scrutiny over his past comments and writings on women and LGBTQ Americans in the military, controversial Fox News personality, Doug Hegseth, appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee for his confirmation hearing as the next Pentagon chief. Democrats launched a scathing attack on Hegseth, highlighting allegations of misconduct, questionable judgment, and a lack of qualifications. Republicans, however, largely defended Hegseth, dismissing the allegations as politically motivated attacks and praising his 'unconventional' approach.
Hegseth’s troubling comments and writings on women and LGBTQ Americans in the military also recirculated, drawing concern not only from Democratic lawmakers, but some Republicans. The military vet-turned-TV-star would “have his work cut out for him,” said GOP Senator Joni Ernst, a veteran who has been outspoken about her experience as a survivor of sexual assault. His mother, in a 2018 email that surfaced late last year, chastised the nominee for his treatment of women .
“Don’t make this into some anonymous press thing,” Kaine said, noting that senators have seen the names of former colleagues who’d leveled other misconduct allegations against him. The military deserves “a leader who can lead them, not a leader who wants to lower the standards for himself,” Tammy Duckworth, a combat veteran, said after questioning the nominee. “Have you overcome personal issues or are you the target of a smear campaign?” Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, pointedly asked.
PENTAGONNOMINATION CONGRESSIONALHEARING DOUGHEGSETH TRUMPADMINISTRATION MILITARYREFORM
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Pete Hegseth Faces Intense Scrutiny at Pentagon Confirmation HearingPete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, endured a tough confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee. He faced relentless questioning from Democrats regarding allegations of sexual assault, personal misconduct, excessive drinking, and concerns about his qualifications. Hegseth denied the sexual assault allegations, calling them 'false,' but acknowledged a consensual encounter. Democrats expressed serious doubts about his fitness for the role, citing reports of financial mismanagement and questionable conduct during his time leading veterans organizations.
Read more »
Watch Live: Trump Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth faces grilling in first Senate hearingThe top Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee said the Defense Department needs a 'change agent,' while the leading Democrat slammed Hegseth as…
Read more »
Controversial Vet Hegseth Faces Tough Senate Confirmation for Pentagon ChiefRetired Army National Guard Colonel Doug Hegseth is facing a difficult confirmation process to become the next Secretary of Defense. Hegseth has been accused of sexual assault, excessive drinking, and making disparaging remarks about women in combat roles. While Hegseth maintains his innocence and says he will not tolerate misconduct if confirmed, senators have expressed concerns about his fitness for the role.
Read more »
Hegseth Vows 'Warrior Culture' at Pentagon, Faces Heated Senate ScrutinyPete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, faced intense questioning during his Senate confirmation hearing. He defended his record while vowing to foster a 'warrior culture' at the Pentagon.
Read more »
Hegseth Faces Intense Scrutiny at Pentagon Confirmation HearingPete Hegseth, a controversial figure with a history of allegations, faces a tough road to confirmation as Secretary of Defense.
Read more »
Controversial Fox News Veteran Hegseth Faces Scrutiny in Pentagon ConfirmationRetired Army Major and Fox News commentator Hegseth is facing tough questions from lawmakers about his past statements and behavior as he seeks to be confirmed as the next Secretary of Defense. Hegseth has been criticized for his views on diversity in the military, his stance on women in combat, and allegations of infidelity and a drinking problem.
Read more »