Hegseth's Future as Defense Secretary in Doubt Amid Drinking Concerns

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Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, has been urged by Trump to "keep fighting" amid doubts about his confirmation due to allegations of misconduct. Despite the challenges, including potential opposition from some Republican senators, Hegseth remains determined to proceed. Key meetings with lawmakers, including incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune, are crucial as the confirmation process unfolds. Rumors of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as an alternative nominee have been dismissed by some senators.
- Hegseth: Trump told me to ‘keep fighting’ POLITICO
- Uncertainty looms over Trump’s defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth CNN
- GOP senator wants Hegseth to commit to not drinking The Hill
- Trump Considers DeSantis for Defense Secretary as His Support for Hegseth Falters The New York Times
- Pete Hegseth's drinking worried colleagues at Fox News, sources tell NBC News NBC News
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