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Pete Hegseth verification hearing: Donald Trump's defence nominee clashes with senators

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US president-elect Donald Trump'spick to lead the Pentagon, Pete ­Hegseth, came under fire during his confirmation hearing yesterday as Democrats railed against him and voiced deep concern about his inexperience, alleged drunkenness and past opposition to women in combat.




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