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Trump’s controversial Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth confirmed by Senate

Vice-president casts tie-breaking vote for Fox News host despite allegations of sexual assault and alcohol abuse

The Guardian - US

Senate to vote on Pete Hegseth confirmation for secretary of defense

Former Fox News host accused of sexual assault, financial mismanagement and excessive alcohol use appears to have enough Republican votes

The Guardian - US

President Trump Defends Pete Hegseth Amid Senate Opposition

President Trump expresses support for defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth amid controversy. Confirmation vote tonight.

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Senate Advances Controversial Defense Secretary Nomination

Senate votes on controversial nominee Pete Hegseth for defense secretary amidst party divisions and allegations. Confirmation vote expected soon.

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New negative revelations about Hegseth surface ahead of tight confirmation vote

Hegseth told a senator he paid $50,000 to woman who accused him of sexual assault, and his second wife is bound by non-disparagement divorce agreement

The Independent UK

The Republicans’ Mod Squad stands alone against Pete Hegseth’s confirmation

Analysis: Nomination for Defense Secretary puts a familiar pair of GOP senators in a predictable spot, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

Murkowski, Collins vote no on Hegseth

The two GOP senators can't stop Hegseth's confirmation in a Senate controlled by their party

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Full List of Republicans Who Broke From Trump to Vote Against Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth

Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski (Alaska) and Susan Collins (Maine) voted "no" on Jan. 23

Latin Times

Pete Hegseth's Nomination Advances Despite Controversy

Pete Hegseth's nomination for the Department of Defense faces opposition over serious allegations and lack of experience.

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Democrats accuse Republicans of rushing Hegseth confirmation despite questions on qualifications, past

Democrats accused Republicans of speeding up Hegseth’s nomination amid the numerous allegations of impropriety

The Independent UK

Key Republican senators to vote against Pete Hegseth for US defense secretary

Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins say they cannot support nominee, raising fresh doubts about confirmation chances

The Guardian - US

Lisa Murkowski becomes first Republican to oppose Pete Hegseth’s Secretary of Defense nomination

The Alaska Republican and Sen. Susan Collins join Democrats to oppose Hegseth’s confirmation

The Independent UK

Trump Secretary of Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth's Ex-Wife Told FBI 'He Drinks More Often Than He Doesn't,' Source Says

Pete Hegseth's Secretary of Defense nomination faces controversy as FBI interviews with his ex-wife and allegations of excessive drinking and misconduct raise serious questions during his confirmation process.

Latin Times

Sen. Murkowski Opposes Hegseth's Nomination For Defense Secretary

Sen. Murkowski's opposition to Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense adds uncertainty to the confirmation process.

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Murkowski Becomes First Republican Senator to Come Out Against Trump Nominee for Defense Secretary

Senator Lisa Murkowski took to social media to announce that she would not vote to confirm former Fox News host Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, the cabinet role he was nominated for by President Donald Trump.

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Sen. Murkowski Expresses Concerns About Defense Secretary Pick

Senator Lisa Murkowski raises concerns about Pete Hegseth's nomination, adding uncertainty to Senate proceedings.

The Independent UK

RFK Jr is telling senate Republicans that he’s actually ‘all for’ vaccines in screeching U-turn

Kennedy has suggested, contrary to scientific consensus, that certain vaccines are connected to childhood autism, asthma and developmental impairment

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Denali, North America's tallest mountain, stripped of its indigenous name by President Trump

The peak was known as Mount McKinley until 2015, when President Obama changed it in recognition of its 10,000 year old original Alaskan name

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7 key focal points of Trump's first-day executive orders - Roll Call

President Donald Trump's flurry of executive actions included orders related to health, energy, foreign relations and the federal workforce.

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Sen. Murkowski Disagrees With President Trump's Denali Decision

Alaska Senator Murkowski opposes renaming Denali to Mount McKinley, citing its historical significance and indigenous heritage.

The Independent UK

Denali: Why is Donald Trump renaming cherished Alaska peak ‘Mount McKinley’?

The 47th president is wading back into a century-long dispute over the name we give to North America’s tallest mountain

Roll Call

Some stick around: Appointed senators and their fates - Roll Call

More than 10 percent of current senators first entered the chamber through appointment. Their numbers will soon grow.

Roll Call

Heinrich says panel chair Lee broke protocol on Burgum hearing - Roll Call

Democrat Sen. Martin Heinrich accused Mike Lee of violating protocol on a confirmation hearing for Interior secretary nominee Doug Burgum.

The Independent UK

From halibut and hot dogs to unlikely friendships: This is what happens inside the Senate lunch room

Senators might lose their ‘French working week’ under Trump. That could be a very good thing, writes Eric Garcia

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Trump Pledges To Rename Denali, Sparking Controversy

President-elect Trump's plan to rename Denali back to Mount McKinley sparks debate over historical significance and cultural heritage.

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