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Pete Hegseth says he had ‘substantive conversation’ with Joni Ernst as Trump signals support

December 7, 2024

President-elect Trump expressed public support for embattled defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth Friday, and the nominee said he had a “substantive conversation” with Sen. Joni Ernst.  Hegseth, a former National Guard officer, has been meeting with Republican senators this week to rally support as allegations of sexual misconduct and excessive drinking have surfaced. He has denied any wrongdoing.  Ernst has not committed to voting for Hegseth.  “Looks like...

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