Trump's defence secretary pick Pete Hegseth narrowly advances in Senate test vote
The Senate advanced Pete Hegseth's nomination for Defense Secretary with 51 Republican votes despite opposition from GOP senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins. Murkowski cited concerns over Hegseth's leadership preparedness and past misconduct. The final confirmation vote could occur soon. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer questioned Hegseth's reliability in crises.
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The Senate advanced Pete Hegseth's nomination for Defense Secretary with 51 Republican votes despite opposition from GOP senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins. Murkowski cited concerns over Hegseth's leadership preparedness and past misconduct. The final confirmation vote could occur soon. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer questioned Hegseth's reliability in crises. 
