BREAKING: Pete Hegseth Double-
The nomination of Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense has hit a minor roadblock after two Republican senators, Susan Collins (R-ME) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), announced their opposition to his confirmation. Their defection has left Hegseth’s nomination hanging in the balance, forcing the GOP to scramble for votes in a closely divided Senate.
Hegseth’s nomination to head the Defense Department passed a key Senate procedural vote on Thursday, moving it closer to a final decision. Known for his military service and vocal advocacy for veterans, Hegseth has encountered resistance from some within his own party.
The Senate voted 51-49 to invoke cloture, which allows for up to 30 hours of debate before the final vote, signaling a looming high-stakes showdown. Sen. Murkowski, in a lengthy statement posted on social media, revealed she will not vote for Trump’s nominee.
With 53 Republicans and 47 Democrat-voting members in the Senate, Hegseth can afford to lose up to three Republican votes, assuming all Democrats oppose his nomination.
