Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration as the next attorney general amid allegations of sexual misconduct, highlighting the challenges facing Trump's cabinet selections.
Pete Hegseth, Mr. Trump's pick for defense secretary, faced questions about past sexual misconduct allegations but asserted he was fully cleared of any wrongdoing.
Republican Senator Bill Hagerty defended Hegseth, attributing the allegations to media focus on personal attacks and expressing confidence in Hegseth's potential in the Pentagon.
Concerns grew over Hegseth's confirmation after a police report revealed graphic details about a 2017 encounter, yet Republican senators emphasized no charges were filed.
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