INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense on January 24, 2025, in a close 51-50 vote
Vice President JD Vance broke the tie, reflecting deep partisan divisions
Hegseth, a 44-year-old Princeton graduate and three-tour combat veteran, earned Bronze Stars in Iraq and Afghanistan before transitioning to
His 2020 book, American Crusade, condemned progressive reforms in the military, arguing they undermine discipline.Supporters praise his
groups.The confirmation process exposed rifts within the GOP
Senators Mitt Romney and Lisa Murkowski opposed Hegseth, citing his lack of Pentagon experience and inflammatory rhetoric.Pete Hegseth Takes
Charge at Pentagon, Signaling Policy Shift
Hegseth denied wrongdoing, framing the scrutiny as attacks on his anti-establishment stance.Hegseth now faces immediate tests: stagnant
Advocates argue this restores meritocracy, but critics warn it alienates minority recruits
withdraws from multilateral pacts
reflects a broader debate: Should America lead through collective security or protect its interests alone? His supporters see a return to
constitutional principles; detractors fear eroded global trust
As he takes command, the world watches whether his vision strengthens U.S
