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Pete Hegseth was confirmed as US Secretary of Defense in a 50-50 vote in the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance stepping in to defect.

Andreea Lificiu

25 January 2025, 05:41

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His nomination sparked strong opposition, and he was confirmed only after Vice President JD Vance intervened to depart. Hegseth, a former Fox News anchor and decorated veteran, promises major changes at the Pentagon, but is viewed with concern because of his lack of experience running large organizations.

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