‘Had a Good Conversation’ with Pete Hegseth During Meeting
Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Nebraska) told Breitbart News on Wednesday that she had a “good conversation” with President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth on Tuesday. Hegseth is in his second week of individual meetings with Republican senators ahead of his confirmation hearing scheduled for January. He met with Fisher on Tuesday. “I met with […]
Pete Hegseth defends tenure at veterans advocacy groups as he’s hit with misconduct claims
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, on Wednesday defended his leadership of two veterans advocacy groups amid allegations of misconduct during his tenure. The 44-year-old Army veteran and former president of Veterans for Freedom and Concerned Veterans for America has been accused of drunken sexual misconduct and financial liability stemming from his […]
Cramer throws support behind Hegseth ‘barring surprises’
Sen. Kevin Cramer (RN.D.) said Wednesday that he supports Pete Hegseth's nomination to lead the Pentagon unless there are any more “surprises” in his confirmation process. , the confirmation process has been bogged down in recent days with concerns from some in the Senate. Republican. Mr. Kramer, who is considered a key vote in the […]
‘You Are A Disgusting Person’: Conservative Radio Host Unloads On Liberal Activist For Accusing Pete Hegseth Of Rape
Conservative radio host Ben Ferguson criticized liberal activist Francesca Fiorentini, who accused President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, of rape. A woman accused Hegseth of sexual assault in 2017, but Hegseth and her accuser reached a settlement with the veteran's attorney in 2020. states Hegseth said he chose to settle the […]
Hegseth nomination sinking fast in the Senate
Senate Republicans say President-elect Trump's pick for Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth, faces an extremely tough road to Senate confirmation, with his bleak outlook communicated directly to Trump's transition team. He said he is currently considering other options. Senate officials say there is likely a “firm no” bloc in the Senate Republican conference, including Sens. Susan […]
MAGA World, Coworkers, Parents Come Out in Force for Pete Hegseth
The MAGA world and dozens of supporters who know him personally are coming out in droves to support President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth. Mr. Hegseth has been under siege for a decade in a seemingly coordinated media smear campaign sparked by anonymous accusations. Hegseth has been criticized by supporters, including […]
Exclusive — Tillis Backs Bondi for AG, Patel for FBI; Will Vote for Hegseth and All Trump Nominees on Floor if Reported Favorably Out of Committee
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) announced his support for former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi for attorney general and Kash Patel for FBI director, making key decisions for President-elect Donald Trump. His office confirmed to Breitbart News on Wednesday that he is endorsing several candidates. Tillis also plans to vote for former Fox News host […]
Conservative watchdog compiles list of ‘woke ideologues’ in military for Pete Hegseth to purge
A conservative watchdog group has laid out a list of “woke ideologues” to purge if Pentagon chief nominee Pete Hegseth overcomes allegations of personal and professional misconduct to become Pentagon chief. Created. The American Accountability Foundation (AAF) sent a letter to the former “Fox & Friends” weekend co-host calling for military-wide leadership that it believes […]
Pete Hegseth ramps up Pentagon pitch with back-to-back meetings on Capitol Hill
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, is stepping up his pitch to lead the Pentagon with a series of meetings on Capitol Hill. Since being nominated, Hegseth has been meeting privately with senators in Washington, D.C., in an effort to gain their support ahead of next year's confirmation hearing. Mr. Hegseth […]
Report: Trump May Replace Pete Hegseth With Ron DeSantis As Defense Secretary Pick
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (C) walks through the Russell Senate Office Building at the Capitol on December 3, 2024 in Washington, DC. Hegseth continues to meet with Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill amid new allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) OAN Staff James […]