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Joni Ernst changes tune on Hegseth

Trump allies drilled down on Joni Ernst in pressure campaign to save Hegseth

The Monday meeting between Hegseth and Ernst appeared to show progress in the Defense secretary nominee's efforts to get her vote for his nomination.

New York Magazine · 23h

Why Joni Ernst Is Caving on Hegseth Confirmation

All it took was a few threats from MAGA-land and Ernst became more positive about the Pentagon nominee, despite the troubling allegations.

USA Today · 1d

Key Republican Sen. Joni Ernst sounds warmer on Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth

"As I support Pete through this process, I look forward to a fair hearing based on truth, not anonymous sources," Sen. Joni Ernst said in a statement.

Pete Hegseth building momentum on Capitol Hill despite controversy over pick

His rollout after Trump chose him as his top man to lead the Pentagon has been mired in controversy with past scandals Hegseth has denied. They range from sexual assault allegations, to drinking on ...

Trump cabinet picks try to win over votes from skeptical senators

More of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks are trying to win over votes by talking with senators on Capitol Hill.

'Woefully ill-equipped' Hegseth continues meetings with key GOP senators

President-elect Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, continues to make the rounds on Capitol Hill this ...

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Trump nominees continue to make rounds on Capitol Hill

President-elect Donald Trump’s nominees were on Capitol Hill addressing some of their controversies. Most of them will need ...

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