Defiant Hegseth Fights to Keep Pentagon Bid Alive, as Votes Remain Uncertain
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Pete Hegseth, the embattled choice for secretary of defense, vowed to earn GOP support amidst serious allegations of misconduct, impacting his confirmation chances.
Facing allegations including public drunkenness and workplace improprieties, Hegseth insisted he is a changed man, pledging to quit drinking if confirmed.
Multiple key Republican senators expressed serious concerns over Hegseth's confirmation amid rising allegations, indicating he may lack sufficient support for approval.
Hegseth's frantic efforts, including meetings with senators and personal appeals from his wife, were aimed at rehabilitating his image to secure Trump's support.
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