Republican senators respond to Pete Hegseth's nomination amid sexual assault allegations

Republican senators reacted differently to President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary after a police report detailed sexual assault allegations against him. Some senators defended Hegseth, while others expressed concern about the allegations. Senator Kevin Cramer acknowledged the seriousness of the accusations but did not commit to how it would affect his vote. He emphasized the importance of background checks and hearings in the confirmation process. Supporters like Senators Markwayne Mullin and Bill Hagerty praised Hegseth's qualifications and called the allegations unfounded. Meanwhile, other nominees in Trump's Cabinet have faced similar allegations, prompting calls for thorough vetting.