Senate Democrats did nothing to change any minds, hearts, or votes about the defense secretary nominee. Too often, their ...

Republican Sen. Joni Ernst, seen by Trump allies as a pivotal vote, said she would back the defense secretary pick.

While the hearing didn't dive into foreign policy, Hegseth offered a peek into weapon programs that may get more attention.

Even though Trump has not officially been inaugurated, the Senate can confirm cabinet members before his Oath of Office.

If you thought the former TV host would be asked important questions at the confirmation hearings this week, you must be ...

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, has publicly faced senators for the first time.

Hegseth failed to prove that he’s up for the job; Republican senators failed to do their jobs; and Trump failed to choose a ...

Hegseth, 44, served in the infantry and was deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and Guantanamo Bay. He was awarded two Bronze Stars ...