Summary

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary, faces scrutiny over a 2017 sexual assault allegation.

A complaint to Trump’s transition team details an alleged incident at a California Republican conference, investigated by Monterey police but resulting in no charges. The accuser signed a nondisclosure agreement, and Hegseth’s lawyer denies wrongdoing.

The transition team is reportedly frustrated over inadequate vetting.

Trump has expressed support for Hegseth, despite concerns his confirmation could face resistance in the Senate, mirroring controversies surrounding other Trump appointees, including Matt Gaetz.

  • CharlesDarwin@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    5 days ago

    Except for the fact that he was a harsh critic of Trump. Was. But the message was loud and clear. “This is a man who once compared me to Hitler. He is now my lap dog.

    How many qons has he turned into little lap dogs? Lindsey and Marco come to mind.

    I’m pretty sure a lot of Republican politicians absolutely fucking hate donvict with the intensity of a billion suns. But they have to work with this dumbass because his base are so very stupid.