How Hegseth Turned His Confirmation Fight Around in 7 Days
Just a week ago, confirmation of President Trump's Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth seemed hopeless after a string of hits. But after launching a fierce campaign to defend himself, he now appears to be on the path to confirmation. By last Monday, things weren't looking much better. Just as Hegseth began meeting with the […]
Trump’s Defense pick goes on offense as support grows for Hegseth confirmation
What a difference a week can make! As President-elect Trump's defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth returns to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to meet with more Republican senators, his once seemingly shaky nomination is now on firmer ground. It seems so. Although Mr. Hegseth's confirmation is still far from certain, President Trump's very public support, behind-the-scenes […]
Hegseth reveals what happened during pivotal confirmation meeting with Ernst
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of defense, celebrated a “great meeting” with Sen. Joni Ernst after the Iowa Republican delayed endorsing Cabinet nominees. “It was a great meeting. People don't really know about this. I've known Sen. Ernst for over 10 years, when she was a state senator running to be the […]
After second meeting with Hegseth, Ernst hints at whether she will or won’t support confirmation
Trump maintains support for Hegseth FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jackie Heinrich shares the latest on President-elect Donald Trump's public support for the nomination of Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense on “The Truth Society” and “Special Report.” This is explained in “Book”. Iowa Republican Sen. Joni Ernst, the first female military veteran elected […]
Trump says Hegseth’s support is ‘strong and deep’ despite confirmation hurdles
President-elect Donald Trump said his support for his nominee for Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth, remains “strong and deep” despite numerous reports suggesting otherwise. Allegations ranging from alcohol abuse to sexual misconduct have plagued Hegseth's confirmation bid since he was first appointed to the post in November. Hegseth and several of his colleagues have publicly denied […]
Trump confident in Hegseth confirmation chances: 'Pete is doing well now'
President-elect Trump expressed support for Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth in an exclusive sit-down interview. NBC News It will be broadcast on Sunday. “Pete seems to be doing well right now,” Trump told “Meet the Press” host Kristen Welker. “I mean, people were a little worried. He's a young guy who actually has a […]
Elise Stefanik Builds Robust Support for U.N. Ambassador Confirmation
Senate confirmation of United Nations ambassador candidate Elise Stefanik appears almost certain. Stefanik has quietly resumed “courtesy visits” in recent days with key senators who will vote on her nomination to head the U.S. mission to the United Nations. Positive meetings between Cabinet nominees and senators are essential to the Senate confirmation process. Stefanik also […]
EXCLUSIVE: Prominent Police Organization Throws Support Behind Kristi Noem In Confirmation Process
“There are many reasons why NAPO supported President Trump in the last election, but the most important is the state of law and order in our great nation. “Gangs like the Tren de Aragua and others enter the country illegally and commit terrible crimes against our people,” the letter, obtained by The Daily Caller, said. […]
Sen. Mike Rounds Strikes Optimistic Tone on Pete Hegseth’s Confirmation
Sen. Mike Rounds (R-South Dakota) sounded optimistic Thursday about President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth. This is a positive development given his reported skepticism. “Pete Hegseth, in my opinion, helped a lot in getting my full support today. But I want him to be able to answer the questions that are […]
Florida AG Leads 27-State Effort to Support ‘Fighter’ Pam Bondi’s Confirmation
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with other states, is leading the effort to confirm President-elect Donald Trump's selection of Pam Bondi as the next U.S. attorney general. In a press release on Tuesday, Moody's office said: said She is leading a multi-state effort to ask the U.S. Senate to confirm Bondi, who served as […]