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Hegseth backed by Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy to lead the Pentagon under Trump

Senator Bill Cassidy announced his support for Pete Hegseth's confirmation as Secretary of Defense under President-elect Trump, stating he will vote for Hegseth.
Hegseth faced scrutiny during his confirmation hearing regarding his past remarks on women in combat and allegations of misconduct.
Despite concerns from some Democrats, no Republican senators have announced opposition to Hegseth's confirmation as of Friday.
The confirmation vote in the full Senate is scheduled for next week or the following week.

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Washington Examiner

Hegseth will be confirmed as DOD secretary by end of Trump's first week

Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS) was enthusiastic for Pete Hegseth’s confirmation vote for secretary of defense, expressing how important it is for Hegseth to be confirmed given the “dangerous” times the United States is facing. Hegseth underwent a rigorous hearing on Tuesday when testifying in front of the Senate, with many praising his performance amid the hearing. In previewing the next steps for Hegseth, whom Wicker said is “definitely on his way” t…

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The Daily Caller

MORGAN MURPHY: Hegseth Will Be Confirmed

Not only is Hegseth likely to be confirmed, but the soon to be Defense Secretary likely cleared the way for the rest of Trump’s cabinet to make it over the hump.

1 month ago·Washington, United States

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newsaddicts.com

Pete Hegseth Picks Up Enough Votes for Confirmation - News Addicts

Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth picked up another critical vote for confirmation on Friday. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) announced that President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon has his support. “The President’s pick for Secretary of Defense, Mr. Hegseth, has impressive academic qualifications, conducted himself very well in the Senate Armed Services hearing, […] The post Pete Hegseth Picks Up Enough Votes for Confirmation a…

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RealClearDefense

A First Draft for Secretary Hegseth

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fox40jackson.com

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Hegseth backed by Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy to lead the Pentagon under Trump

close Video Pete Hegseth delivers opening statement at Senate confirmation hearing Trump’s secretary of defense nominee Pete Hegseth read his opening statement before Senate lawmakers, unveiling his top priorities if confirmed on Capitol Hill. Join Fox News for access to this content You have reached your maximum number of articles. Log in or create an account FREE of charge to continue reading. By entering your email and pushing continue, yo…

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The Hill

Cassidy will vote to confirm Hegseth

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) announced that he will vote to confirm Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary, increasing the nominee’s chances of becoming the next head of the Pentagon. “The President’s pick for Secretary of Defense, Mr. Hegseth, has impressive academic qualifications, conducted himself very well in the Senate Armed Services hearing, and…

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