Republican Senator Joni Ernst stated on Thursday that the vetting process will continue regarding President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. Ernst emphasized the importance of ensuring that any allegations against Hegseth are thoroughly investigated before making a decision on his nomination.
During an interview, Ernst refrained from committing to supporting Hegseth, indicating that some senators are awaiting clearance of the allegations. She acknowledged that there was uncertainty surrounding her stance on Hegseth's nomination.
