During his Senate confirmation hearing, Pete Hegseth faced scrutiny over his past, with Democrats questioning his fitness for defense secretary amid allegations of misconduct and derogatory comments.
"I believe that allegations against me are part of a smear campaign, and I’ve turned my life around; I hope that my past shows my growth," Hegseth confidently stated.
Senator Joni Ernst, a Republican veteran, expressed her support for Hegseth, particularly emphasizing their shared views on the importance of auditing the Pentagon to ensure accountability and efficiency.
Senator Mark Kelly pushed Hegseth on his past issues, questioning whether he had truly changed or was merely portraying himself as a victim of unfounded allegations.
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