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Vance breaks tie to confirm Pete Hegseth as Defense secretary


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, January 24th 2025 at 22:41 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Vice President Vance on Friday broke a Senate tie to confirm Pete Hegseth as President Trump's secretary of Defense, capping a bruising two-month fight over the nominee, who faced a litany of allegations that included sexual misconduct,

The article from MSN discusses the confirmation of Pete Hegseth as the U.S. Secretary of Defense, facilitated by a tie-breaking vote from Vice President J.D. Vance. Hegseth, previously known for his roles as a Fox News contributor and a former Army National Guard officer, was confirmed in a contentious Senate vote that ended 50-50, requiring Vance's intervention. His appointment has stirred controversy due to his outspoken political views and his lack of traditional defense policy experience, raising concerns among some Senators about his suitability for managing the complexities of national defense. Despite these concerns, his supporters highlight his military service and his commitment to strengthening the military, arguing that his outsider perspective could bring needed reform to the Department of Defense.

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