In a signed affidavit, Pete Hegseth's former sister-in-law claimed his ex-wife was terrified of him and hid in a closet when he threatened her.
The Senate voted Friday night on the confirmation of Trump's pick to lead the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth.
Sen. Thom Tillis reportedly told Danielle Hegseth her sworn statement could convince him to oppose the nomination.
The secretary of defense has been accused of alcohol abuse and various forms of misconduct — allegations he has denied.
There will be a lot on the plate for new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth when he steps into his office on the Pentagon’s third floor E Ring.
President Donald Trump’s controversial choice for defense secretary reported for his first day on the job. Here’s what could be in store for the military under his leadership.
On his first day as defense secretary, Hegseth called Fort Liberty and Fort Moore by their former names, which belonged to treasonous Americans.
After a few GOP senators, including McConnell, voted against Hegseth for defense secretary, the Senate narrowly voted to confirm him.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the Department of Defense would be following President Trump's orders immediately and end DEI programs.
Dave McCormick's vote helped Hegseth overcome three GOP defections for be confirmed as secretary of defense. Democrat John Fetterman voted no.
Vice President Vance cast a tie-breaking vote as Hegseth overcame allegations of sexual assault, public drunkenness and questions of financial mismanagement to win Senate approval.