Pete Hegseth was confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Defense after a 50-50 vote in the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. Despite opposition from three Republicans and ongoing controversies, including Sexual assault allegations, Hegseth’s nomination passed. His confirmation marks a significant moment in U.S. politics, following extensive scrutiny over his qualifications and past actions. This event highlights the tight divisions within the Senate and the influence of party loyalty in key appointments.
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00:00Are there any Senators in the chamber who wish to vote or change a vote?
00:04If not, on this vote, the yeas are 50 and the nays are 50.
00:11The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
00:30The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
00:37The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
00:44The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
00:51The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
00:58The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:05The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:12The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:19The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:26The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:33The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:40The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:47The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
01:54The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:01The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:08The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:15The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:22The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:29The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:36The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:43The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:50The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
02:57The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
03:04The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
03:11The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
03:18The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
03:23The Senate being equally divided, the Vice President votes in the affirmative and the nomination is confirmed.
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