Pete Hegseth Moment Goes Viral as He Appears to Not Know What ASEAN Is
A senator told Hegseth: "I suggest you do a little homework before you prepare for these types of negotiations."
Question on ASEAN stumped Hegseth at Senate hearing. What is it and why is it important?
In a heated Senate confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth, Sen. Tammy Duckworth grilled the proposed defense secretary over the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, asking him if he could name one member and how many countries were in the bloc.
When will Pete Hegseth be confirmed? What to know about Senate confirmation votes, dates
Even though Trump has not officially been inaugurated, the Senate can confirm cabinet members before his Oath of Office.
Should the U.S. Defense Secretary Know What ASEAN Is? Pete Hegseth Doesn’t Appear To
During his confirmation hearing, Trump’s Defense Secretary nominee couldn’t name a single member of the Southeast Asian bloc.
Don’t know what ASEAN is? Neither did Pete Hegseth. Why this Asian bloc is important.
The 10-nation bloc, known as ASEAN, has been useful for the United States in countering China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific. Many member nations have territorial disputes with China, which has become increasingly assertive in pressing those claims.
The Five Biggest Moments From the Pete Hegseth Senate Confirmation Hearing
Pete Hegseth’s Senate confirmation hearing was full of contentious moments as the nominee for defense secretary faced stiff questioning over his controversial past.
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Pete Hegseth at his confirmation hearing was asked by Sen. Mark Kelly if it was true or false that in 2014 he was drunk in ...
Hegseth hits back at misconduct allegations in contentious hearing
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, faced tough questions from senators during ...
Pete Hegseth Answered Questions About Jerusalem Cross Tattoo: What To Know
Critics of Trump's defense secretary nominee say the symbol has been adopted by extremist groups, including white ...
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What Pete Hegseth Thinks Women Are Good For
Pete Hegseth’s views on women in combat were a matter of public record long before the Senate Armed Services Committee heard ...
Republican senator previously seen as a roadblock to Pete Hegseth's nomination says she'll back him to lead the Pentagon
Sen. Joni Ernst’s support is a huge boost to Hegseth’s prospects, all but assuring his confirmation as defense secretary ...
Two key Republicans announce intentions to support Hegseth nomination
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of defense picked up the support of two Republicans after his ...
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Joni Ernst Scurries to Avoid Questions About Plan to Back Hegseth
The Iowa senator supports Pete Hegseth for Defense secretary, despite allegations of assault and drinking — but she doesn’t ...
Hegseth Weathers Fiery Senate Hearing, Putting Confirmation on Stronger Footing
Republican Sen. Joni Ernst, seen by Trump allies as a pivotal vote, said she would back the defense secretary pick.
Freshman GOP senator sets social media ablaze with 'best' response to Hegseth’s answer on gender question
Conservatives erupted Tuesday on social media following an exchange between Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth and ...