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VP Vance breaks tie in the Senate to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary

Three Republicans voted with every Democrat against Trump’s controversial pick to lead the Pentagon, forcing Vance to step in and put Hegseth over the top.

U.S. News & World Report · 5h

Hegseth Narrowly Wins Confirmation to Become US Defense Secretary

Pete Hegseth narrowly secured enough votes on Friday to become the next U.S. defense secretary, a major victory for President Donald Trump after fierce opposition from Democrats and even some Republicans to his controversial nominee.

The Washington Post · 9h

Senate prepares to vote on Hegseth’s nomination for defense secretary

Pete Hegseth’s Senate confirmation vote is scheduled for 9 p.m. Friday. In the hours beforehand, it remained unclear if he has enough Republican support.

Hegseth confirmed as secretary of defense by Senate

The Senate narrowly confirmed former Fox News host Pete Hegseth to lead the Defense Department, with Vice President Vance making the tie-breaking vote. NBC News' Vaughn Hillyard and Julie Tsirkin break down the vote.

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Mexico refuses to accept a U.S. deportation flight

The Mexican government has criticized President Donald Trump's unilateral immigration actions, and the landing would have ...

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Mike Tirico will be lead play-by-play announcer when NBC begins its NBA coverage next season

Mike Tirico has been officially named as NBC's lead play-by-play announcer when it begins its coverage of the NBA next season ...

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