Fox News colleagues defend Pete Hegseth against white supremacist accusations

Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host nominated by Donald Trump for defense secretary, faced accusations of being a "white supremacist" from civil rights attorney Sherrilyn Ifill. She made the claim during an MSNBC appearance, citing Hegseth's views on military diversity. Hegseth's colleagues at Fox News defended him, calling the accusations unfounded. They argued that Ifill's comments were based on his opposition to diversity initiatives in the military and emphasized his character and qualifications. Hegseth, who served in the Army National Guard, has been labeled an "extremist" due to his tattoos and views. His nomination requires Senate confirmation, where he needs support from the Republican majority.