Pete Hegseth quickly proved in his confirmation hearing how unqualified he is to be U.S. defense secretary. Tom Brady’s transition into the world of commentary hasn’t been the smoothest ride, and it appears to be hitting new bumps along the way.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., blasts Pete Hegseth's testimony, particularly regarding women in combat, at confirmation hearing The president-elect said he had an “obligation” to attack one specific late night host.
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, has publicly faced senators for the first time.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) unloaded on defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth for his remarks about women serving in combat. At Tuesday's Armed Services Committee confirmation hearing, Gillibrand noted that Hegseth had "denigrated" women in the military.
N.Y., accused Pete Hegseth of "denigrating" women actively serving in the military, citing multiple past comments from the defense secretary nominee.
Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, attempted to convince senators on Tuesday, Jan. 14, that he can be trusted to run the Pentagon despite his controversial past.
"We don't want women in the military, especially in combat. What a terrible statement. So please do not deny that you've made those statements."
Hegseth was cool in the face of this unhinged questioning. They made him look good today,” said Scott Jennings on CNN.
Hegseth pushed back on allegations that he disparaged women serving in the military under tough questioning during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, was dragged by Democrats for his misogynist lies about women in the military.
Senators prodded the SecDef nominee over alcoholism and sex abuse allegations, as well as a lack of qualifications