Hegseth's Political Comeback: From Controversy to Defense Secretary Contender
TL;DR
Pete Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense by Donald Trump has gained momentum after a grassroots pressure campaign led by Trump allies, including Vice President-elect JD Vance, swayed skeptical senators like Joni Ernst. The campaign, marked by aggressive MAGA activism, has bolstered confidence in Hegseth's confirmation, as well as other controversial nominees like Kash Patel and Tulsi Gabbard. The Trump team is leveraging this support to ensure the confirmation of their nominees, despite a narrow Republican majority in the Senate.
- Ron who? How Trump allies brought Hegseth back from the brink POLITICO
- DNC fundraiser takes aim at 'vindictive' torrent of criticism over Hegseth comments Fox News
- Key GOP senators begin to fall in line to support Kash Patel and keep door open for Pete Hegseth CNN
- Pete Hegseth’s Secret History The New Yorker
- Trump Transition Updates: Key Senator Signals a Smoother Path for Hegseth for Defense Secretary The New York Times
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