Drunkenness, Women and Wokeness: A Dramatic Confirmation Hearing for Pete Hegseth
January 15, 2025
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as posted by the channelOn Tuesday, the confirmation process for President-elect Donald J. Trump’s cabinet picks kicked off with Pete Hegseth, for the position of defense secretary.
Eric Schmitt, who covers U.S. national security, explains how the four-hour hearing unfolded, and what the odds are that Mr. Hegseth will soon be leading the Pentagon.
GuestsEric Schmitt () , a national security correspondent for The New York Times.
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• Read four takeaways () from the hearing.
• Here’s how Senate confirmation works () .
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