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.
"So that's the two senators that are out. Mitch McConnell is in as is all as are all the other senators in the conference." ...
Hegseth delivered 41 paid speeches across the country over the last two years, earning $900,000 along the way.
President Trump's nominee to lead the Defense Department is on track to be confirmed as soon as Friday night if his support holds ...
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.