Michigan Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin voted against confirming Pete Hegseth as secretary of defense, citing concerns about his loyalty to the Constitution over President Trump. Slotkin stated that Hegseth couldn't definitively promise to oppose unconstitutional orders from the president, a critical factor in her decision.
Slotkin said she wasn't sure if he would be loyal to the Constitution or Trump.Sen. Elissa Slotkin speaks during the Senate Armed Services Committee confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth , President-elect Donald Trump's choice to be Defense secretary, at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 14, 2025.Michigan Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin explained why she voted against confirming Pete Hegseth as secretary of defense on ABC News' "This Week" on Sunday.
Hegseth, a former Fox News host, was sworn into the role Saturday following a hair-thin vote in the Senate. Slotkin told "This Week" co-anchor Martha Raddatz she had not been confident Hegseth would be more loyal to the Constitution than he would be to President"He couldn't unambiguously say that he will push back if the president asked him to do something that wasn't constitutional, and that, to me, is why I couldn't confirm him," Slotkin said.
Hegseth CONSTITUTION LOYALTY MILITARY DEMOCRACY
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.
Trump Defense Pick's Former Sister-in-Law Alleges Abuse, Wife Denies ClaimsDanielle Hegseth, the former sister-in-law of Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, has filed an affidavit alleging that Hegseth made his second wife fear for her safety. Samantha Hegseth, Hegseth's second wife, denies the allegations, stating there was no physical abuse in their marriage. The affidavit comes as Senator Jack Reed calls for a thorough background investigation into Hegseth, citing concerns over his past.
Read more »
Senators Question Vetting Process for Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth Amid New AllegationsConcerns have been raised about the vetting process for Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth following allegations of concerning behavior made by his former sister-in-law. Danielle Hegseth's sworn affidavit, submitted to the Senate Armed Services Committee, alleges that Hegseth made his ex-wife, Samantha Hegseth, 'fear for her safety' during their marriage, including claims of escape plans and an incident where Hegseth allegedly grabbed Samantha's groin without consent. The allegations were not disclosed by the Trump transition team during Hegseth's FBI background check.
Read more »
Senators Question Pete Hegseth Vetting Process Amid New Domestic Abuse ClaimsSenators from both parties are raising concerns about the vetting process for Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth after allegations of domestic abuse surfaced in a sworn affidavit. The affidavit, filed by Hegseth's former sister-in-law, claims that Hegseth made his ex-wife, Samantha Hegseth, 'fear for her safety' during their marriage. The allegations, which include hiding from Hegseth and developing escape plans, were not disclosed by the Trump transition team during Hegseth's FBI background check.
Read more »
Allegations of Domestic Abuse Surface Against Pete Hegseth, Trump's Defense Secretary NomineeA former sister-in-law of Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, has alleged that Hegseth was abusive to his second wife. The affidavit, submitted to the Senate Armed Services Committee, raises concerns about Hegseth's fitness to lead the Pentagon. Hegseth denies the allegations, and his attorney dismisses the claims as 'belated' and motivated by political opposition. The timing of the allegations, just before a final Senate vote on Hegseth's confirmation, has ignited a new controversy surrounding his nomination.
Read more »
'An insult': Tammy Duckworth announces how she'll vote on Pete HegsethIllinois Senator Tammy Duckworth's announcement followed a heated exchange with Pete Hegseth during his confirmation hearing earlier this week.
Read more »
Cassidy to Vote for Hegseth Despite Past ConcernsSenator Bill Cassidy announces his support for Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense, despite previous reservations.
Read more »