Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial nominee for defense secretary, strongly reaffirmed his commitment to securing the position in a defiant statement on Wednesday. Amid growing questions about his qualifications and past actions, Hegseth pledged to “fight like hell” to prove he is the right choice to lead the Department of Defense.
However, his confirmation remains uncertain. Some Republican senators have voiced concerns about allegations of misconduct during his time as a Fox News host and his previous military service.
Hegseth noted that the focus should be solely on his qualifications, emphasizing that any distractions from this central issue should not be part of the confirmation process. He described the process as “wonderful,” despite the challenges ahead.
