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Senators prepare to question Trump's nominees Gabbard and Hegseth during confirmation hearings

zerohedge.com — November 25, 2024 at 03:01 PM UTC

Senators from both parties indicated on November 24 that they will closely question President-elect Donald Trump's nominees for key positions. Tulsi Gabbard is nominated for director of national intelligence, and Pete Hegseth for secretary of defense, both requiring Senate confirmation. Concerns were raised about Gabbard's past meeting with Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad and her comments on Russia. Hegseth faces scrutiny due to a 2017 police report alleging sexual assault, which he denies. Senators expressed differing views on their qualifications. Trump also announced new nominees for other positions, including Pam Bondi for U.S. attorney general, following the withdrawal of Matt Gaetz. Scott Bessent was named Treasury secretary, and Russ Vought will be the budget chief.

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