‘I Support Pete’: Ernst Changes Tune Following Second Hegseth Meeting
Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, indicated she will confirm Pete Hegseth as the next secretary of defense on Monday. The announcement marks a stark pivot for Ernst, who has been leading a behind-the-scenes effort to tank Hegseth’s nomination. “I appreciate Pete Hegseth’s responsiveness and respect for the process,” Ernst said in a press release. “Following our […]
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