The scrutiny surrounding Pete Hegseth's nomination is heightened by allegations of past misconduct and his controversial stance on women serving in combat roles. Senators express mostly bipartisan concerns.
Senator Kevin Cramer confronted Hegseth about his comments on women in combat, reminding him of the respect owed to female veterans like Joni Ernst and Tammy Duckworth.
Joni Ernst emphasized the need for thorough vetting of Hegseth's past, given her own experience of surviving sexual assault and advocating for a safe environment for women in the military.
Hegseth's assurances to senators about not drinking on the job and denying allegations of sexual misconduct came amid criticism of his views regarding women serving in combat roles.
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