Trump nominates Pete Hegseth to serve as defense secretary

Pete Hegseth has been selected by President-elect Trump to serve as his secretary of defense.

"I am honored to announce that I have nominated Pete Hegseth to serve in my Cabinet as The Secretary of Defense. Pete has spent his entire life as a Warrior for the Troops, and for the Country. Pete is tough, smart and a true believer in America First," Trump said in a statement. -- More...

No one loves America more than @PeteHegseth. @kayleighmcenany and I share our thoughts on Hegseth being nominated by @realDonaldTrump for defense secretary. pic.twitter.com/AJvuXZIvnF

— Jesse Watters (@JesseBWatters) November 13, 2024