The secretaries of defense and state will play key roles in U.S. policy on Israel, but Hegseth and Rubio faced little scrutiny on Palestinian suffering.

Some current and former defense leaders and veterans are questioning whether Hegseth would be able to enforce discipline in the ranks.

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Pete Hegseth's lawyer said he "performed superbly" in his appearance before senators amid criticism after he appeared not to know what the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is.

At the confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense, Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin used his allotted seven minutes, primarily, to go after Democrats who were trying to make the argument that Hegseth is not qualified for the job because of a lack of experience and concerning issues in his past.

Senator Tammy Duckworth criticized Pete Hegseth’s qualifications for Secretary of Defense, citing his lack of experience in managing defense budgets, leading audits, or conducting international security negotiations.

Here’s the latest for Tuesday, January 14th: More firefighters and aircraft arrive in Los Angeles area. New fire breaks out northwest of L.A.; Israel and Hamas said to be closing in on ceasefire deal; Senate confirmation hearings Tuesday for Pete Hegseth, Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary.

Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey on Tuesday hand-delivered Trump a personalized Diet Coke bottle honoring his upcoming inauguration—a huge about-face from a company that was condemning the “unlawful and violent events” of January 6 just four years ago.

Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) on Tuesday expressed strong support for Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, praising the combat veteran’s cautious approach to military intervention.

Donald Trump’s controversial nominee could soon be confirmed by Republicans to lead the Department of Defense.

Some current and former defense leaders and veterans are questioning whether Pete Hegseth would be able to enforce discipline in the ranks if the Senate confirms him as President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary.

In a critical Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth, managed to sidestep major opposition from GOP members despite facing serious allegations.