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Republican senators criticized the Biden administration and Jack Smith over the collection of their phone records related to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, alleging politicization of the investigation, though no evidence has been presented that the White House influenced the inquiry.
Two Republican senators are investigating the response to the Palisades fire in Los Angeles, focusing on whether government officials could have done more, particularly regarding the state of the local reservoir and emergency preparedness, amidst political blame-shifting between Democrats and Republicans.
The Epstein Files are causing division among potential 2028 Republican candidates, with Senators Cruz, Hawley, and Paul advocating for the release of all Epstein-related documents to appeal to MAGA voters, while others align with Trump. The issue is being used as a political tool, especially by those positioning for future presidential runs, amidst ongoing debates about transparency and government cover-up.
Donald Trump remains supportive of his Defense Secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, despite lacking assurances from senators about his confirmation. Trump praised Hegseth's military passion and academic background, dismissing allegations of a drinking problem. While some Republican senators, like Marsha Blackburn, support Hegseth, others remain undecided or concerned about the allegations. Hegseth continues to meet with key senators to secure his nomination.
Pete Hegseth, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for defense secretary, faces growing scrutiny over misconduct allegations, including mistreatment of women and financial mismanagement. Despite this, Hegseth vows not to "back down," attributing the allegations to political smears. Several Republican senators have expressed reluctance to confirm him, prompting discussions of potential replacements. Hegseth's mother defended him, claiming he has changed since past incidents. Meanwhile, Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have discussed the position, with DeSantis showing interest.
Republican senators are scrutinizing Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host with no experience running a large government agency. Hegseth faces allegations of sexual misconduct, excessive drinking, and mismanagement, which he denies. He is currently meeting with Senate Republicans to garner support for his confirmation.
Republican senators are expressing concerns over misconduct allegations against Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary. The allegations, reported by The New Yorker, include financial mismanagement and inappropriate behavior. While some GOP lawmakers are urging Hegseth to address these claims, others, like Sen. Lindsey Graham, find the reports disturbing but believe he should have the opportunity to defend himself during the confirmation process. Trump's team has dismissed the allegations as gossip, and Hegseth has not publicly responded to the accusations.
Pete Hegseth, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for defense secretary, is meeting with Republican senators on Capitol Hill to secure support for his confirmation. Hegseth, facing allegations of misconduct and lacking Pentagon experience, is expanding his outreach beyond Trump allies to other GOP senators. He is accompanied by political insiders Eric Ueland and Norm Coleman. Hegseth's meetings focus on addressing concerns about his qualifications and misconduct allegations, with some senators defending him as an outsider capable of reforming the Defense Department.
Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, faces scrutiny over past allegations of financial mismanagement and improper behavior, including excessive alcohol use. Reports suggest he was ousted from leadership roles in veterans organizations due to these issues. Despite some Republican support, his confirmation is complicated by these allegations and calls for FBI background checks. Hegseth has denied the claims, with sources close to him acknowledging past drinking issues but asserting he has since matured.
President-elect Donald Trump called into a private meeting of Republican senators to discuss policy priorities as they prepare to take control of the Senate. Trump congratulated newly elected senators and continued to announce administration appointments, including Warren Stephens as ambassador to Britain and Stephen Feinberg for a Pentagon role. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats reelected Chuck Schumer as their leader, and the Biden administration is moving to end subminimum wages for disabled workers.
Republican senators have dismissed misconduct allegations against Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, after a meeting with him. Despite allegations of sexual assault and intoxication on the job, senators like Cynthia Lummis and Rick Scott expressed strong support for Hegseth, emphasizing his leadership qualities and vision for the Pentagon. The allegations, including a 2017 sexual assault claim and a contentious divorce, have been denied by Hegseth, who has not been charged. The Trump transition team and Hegseth's lawyer have criticized media coverage of the allegations.
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel to lead the FBI, replacing Christopher Wray, whose term was set to run until 2027. Patel, a staunch Trump supporter, has pledged to overhaul the FBI and remove those he deems disloyal to Trump. While some Republican senators express support for Patel's confirmation, others, like Sen. Susan Collins, are reserving judgment until further review. Democrats are expected to oppose the nomination, making it crucial for Trump to secure near-unanimous Republican backing.
GOP senators are largely open to President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Kash Patel to lead the FBI, despite some concerns about cutting current director Christopher Wray's term short. Patel, a staunch Trump supporter, has promised to overhaul the FBI and remove those he deems disloyal to Trump. While some Republicans express support for Patel, Democrats are expected to oppose the nomination, making it crucial for Trump to secure nearly unanimous Republican backing.
Senator Amy Klobuchar emphasized the necessity of FBI background checks for President-elect Donald Trump's nominees, arguing that such checks are standard for federal positions and should apply to top government roles. While Republican senators have the votes to confirm nominees without Democratic support, Klobuchar noted that any delays would stem from Republican disagreements. Some Republicans, like Senator Bill Hagerty, downplayed the importance of these checks, while others, including Senator Kevin Cramer, acknowledged their necessity. Klobuchar also mentioned the possibility of Trump using recess appointments if confirmations are delayed.
Pete Hegseth, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for Secretary of Defense, met with Republican senators to bolster his confirmation prospects amid resurfaced 2017 sexual assault allegations. Hegseth, an Army veteran and former Fox News host, faces scrutiny over his controversial views and past accusations, though he claims to have been cleared of the charges. Senators, including Roger Wicker and Joni Ernst, are considering the implications of these allegations and Hegseth's stance on military policies as they prepare for his confirmation hearings.