Pete Hegseth defended his views during a challenging Senate hearing for Defense Secretary.
He argued that he’s the right guy for the job, even though he doesn’t have the usual leadership experience. Hegseth said, “It’s time to give someone with dust on his boots a chance.” He’s all about focusing on war fighting and accountability.
As he faced tough questions, he kept his cool, despite his past controversies, including allegations of sexual assault. He brushed off these claims as rumors from his political opponents. Trump backed him up, saying he has “my complete and total support.”
However, Hegseth’s views on women in combat roles raised eyebrows. He had to clarify his stance after some senators challenged him on it. He insisted he respects all service members, including women and minorities, framing his comments as a push for high standards in the military.
His Army National Guard experience is seen as a plus, and he shared stories from his time in combat, which he hopes will resonate with lawmakers. It’s a tense time for him, needing almost all Republican support to get through this confirmation.
