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Live Count: The Senate Votes on Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense
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The Senate is expected to vote soon on the confirmation of Pete Hegseth as secretary of defense. Some Republicans have said they will vote no.
| Representative | Total | Democrats | Republicans | Independents | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 100 | 45 | 53 | 2 |
Note: Confirmation requires a simple majority of voting senators. Vice President JD Vance can vote in the case of a tie.
Votes Needed to Pass
All 47 Democrats and independents are expected to vote no, so Pete Hegseth can afford to lose only three Republicans to win the simple majority needed for confirmation (with Vice President JD Vance as the tie-breaking vote). Two Republican senators, Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, have said they will not support him. If Mr. Hegseth succeeds, the vote could be the smallest margin for any confirmed defense secretary.
What to Know
The nomination of Mr. Hegseth, a former Fox News host and veteran of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, has generated controversy amid accusations of excessive drinking and sexual assault. He has denied the accusations, dismissing them as part of a smear campaign in testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee. On Tuesday, an ex-sister-in-law of Mr. Hegseth submitted a sworn statement to senators accusing him of being “abusive” toward his second wife.
Most Republicans have embraced the nomination of Mr. Hegseth, who was a staunch supporter of President Trump during his first term.
How Every Member Voted
As the tension mounts in the Senate chamber, all eyes are on the live count as the Senate votes on whether to confirm Pete Hegseth as the new Secretary of Defense. The fate of our nation’s security rests in the balance as senators cast their votes and the numbers tick up on the screen.
Will Hegseth be able to garner enough support to secure the position, or will opposition from both sides of the aisle derail his nomination? Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates on this crucial vote that could shape the future of our defense strategy. #SenateVote #SecretaryofDefense #PeteHegseth
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