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Senator Cassidy Backs Controversial Defense Nominee Hegseth

1/20/2025

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Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana has thrown his weight behind Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense, despite Hegseth's contentious remarks about women in the military. Following a favorable Senate Armed Services hearing, Cassidy lauded Hegseth's qualifications and military background, signaling strong GOP support for the controversial figure.

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Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana has thrown his weight behind Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense, despite Hegseth's contentious remarks about women in the military. Following a favorable Senate Armed Services hearing, Cassidy lauded Hegseth's qualifications and military background, signaling strong GOP support for the controversial figure.