Jan 14 Watch 4:50 GOP Sen. Banks says 'it's a matter of national security' to quickly confirm Hegseth By Amna Nawaz, Lisa Desjardins, Shrai Popat Republican Sen. Jim Banks of Indiana serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee and was in the room as Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth appeared for a confirmation hearing. Amna Nawaz spoke with Sen. Banks about how Hegseth handled the attention. Continue watching
Jan 14 Watch 5:22 Sen. Duckworth explains why she says Hegseth is unqualified to lead Pentagon By Geoff Bennett, Shrai Popat, Kyle Midura During Tuesday's confirmation hearing, Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois told defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth that she doesn't believe he is qualified for the job. Sen. Duckworth is a former Army helicopter pilot who lost her legs in a… Continue watching
Jan 14 Watch 4:47 Special counsel report alleges Trump would have been convicted had he not been reelected By William Brangham, Ali Schmitz In his final report to the attorney general, special counsel Jack Smith stood behind his decision to criminally charge President-elect Trump for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Smith detailed the evidence he and his team amassed and would… Continue watching
Jan 14 WATCH: Hirono asks Hegseth whether he'd follow unlawful orders from Trump By Gabrielle Hays Hegseth did not directly answer the questions about the incoming commander-in-chief. Continue reading
Jan 14 WATCH: Sen. Kaine questions Hegseth about infidelity and assault allegation in hearing By Gabrielle Hays "I have failed in things in my life, and thankfully, I'm redeemed by my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ," Hegseth said on Tuesday. Continue reading
Jan 14 WATCH: Sen. Wicker calls Hegseth a 'top-shelf communicator' during confirmation hearing By Gabrielle Hays "We must not underestimate the importance of having a top-shelf communicator as secretary of defense," Wicker said. Continue reading
Jan 14 WATCH: Sen. Sullivan questions Hegseth about 'woke military' at confirmation hearing By Kenichi Serino Hegseth said a report alleging extremism in the military was incorrect and agreed with Sullivan that it was a "false narrative" supported by the media. Continue reading
Jan 14 WATCH: Sen. Cramer asks Hegseth about Jerusalem cross tattoo By Gabrielle Hays Hegseth has said this tattoo, which has been associated with extremist groups, prevented him from serving as a member of the National Guard at President Joe Biden's inauguration. Continue reading
Jan 14 WATCH: 'You're not qualified,' Duckworth tells Hegseth in confirmation questioning By Erica R. Hendry While women have earned their place in their units, "You have not earned your place as secretary of defense," Duckworth said. Continue reading
Jan 14 Takeaways from Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing By Mary Clare Jalonick, Lolita Baldor, Associated Press Hegseth said he will be a “change agent” and a “warrior” for the department as Republicans demand new and strong leadership in the Pentagon. Democrats said Hegseth’s lack of experience, his past comments about women and Black troops and allegations… Continue reading