Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth expected to face contentious confirmation hearing
- Pete Hegseth, nominated for Defense Secretary by President-elect Donald Trump, is expected to face a contentious confirmation hearing on Tuesday as senators question his fitness to lead the U.S. Military.
- Hegseth's past includes allegations of sexual assault and controversial views on women in combat, which he has attempted to soften before the hearing.
- The Senate Armed Services Committee will scrutinize Hegseth's background as part of a weeklong review of Trump's cabinet choices, with some senators still needing to meet him.
- Hegseth's confirmation path is seen as difficult, with key senators like Tammy Duckworth expressing strong opposition based on his past statements and actions.
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