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Drunkenness, Women and Wokeness: A Dramatic Confirmation Hearing for Pete Hegseth

The Daily

15-01-2025 • 34 mins

On Tuesday, the confirmation process for President-elect Donald J. Trump’s cabinet picks kicked off with Pete Hegseth, for the position of defense secretary.

Eric Schmitt, who covers U.S. national security, explains how the four-hour hearing unfolded, and what the odds are that Mr. Hegseth will soon be leading the Pentagon.

Guests: Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The New York Times.

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