Prospective CIA-head Pete Hegseth is facing accusations of alcohol abuse from his ex-wife Samantha, who spoke with the FBI amid a Senate confirmation hearing.
The vote broke the Senate filibuster and sets up a final confirmation vote, which will likely take place Friday. Democrat John Fetterman voted against advancing Hegseth for secretary of defense.
Senators voted 51-49 to advance Hegseth's defense secretary bid, which has been mired in a series of controversies. Two Republicans are opposed to Hegseth.