During his time as a Fox News host, Hegseth has been critical of some of the Senate Republicans he needs to win over. He has lobbed his fair share of criticisms since President-elect Donald Trump ...

The North Carolina senator, who recently said he did not plan to run for re-election, said the defense secretary’s decisions have been amateurish and show he is unfit to lead a large organization.

Hegseth speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon on June 26, 2025. (Andrew Harnik / ) Pete Hegseth, the defense ...

‘Morning Joe’ Says Lack of Republican Criticism of Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary Pick Shows ‘The Power of Trump’ “These men and women in the Senate, these men and women in the House ...

The Republican senator also leveled a damning accusation over the response to the war. ... Hegseth shot back over Coons’ criticism of his statement. He said he served with allies in Afghanistan.

In recent weeks, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been the target of many criticisms and attacks about his competence. His opponents will have you believe they are condemning him because of ...

Initial Republican holdout supporting Pete Hegseth as secretary of Defense, Sen. Joni Ernst, questioned the nominee about her top three issues during his hearing Tuesday morning.

But one prominent Republican, Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa, herself a veteran and sexual assault survivor, came under harsh criticism for her skepticism toward Hegseth and eventually announced she ...

But one prominent Republican, Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa, herself a veteran and sexual assault survivor, came under harsh criticism for her skepticism toward Hegseth and eventually announced she ...

Pete Hegseth has criticized GOP senators since Donald Trump’s initial win in 2016, being notably critical of outgoing leader Sen. Mitch McConnell.