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Takeaways From Marco Rubio’s Senate Hearing

Mr. Rubio expressed views aligned with those of most senators who work on foreign policy, while taking care not to break from Donald J....

Choice for Energy Secretary Has Been an Evangelist for Fossil Fuels

Chris Wright, the founder of a fracking services company, argues that oil and gas are key to alleviating global poverty.

Joni Ernst Says She Will Vote to Confirm Pete Hegseth

The Iowa Republican’s decision dramatically increases the likelihood that Mr. Hegseth will have enough votes to be confirmed as President-elect Donald J. Trump’s defense...

Pete Hegseth’s Preposterous Selection

It should be derailed after today’s hearing. I doubt it will.

‘I Do Not Believe You Are Qualified,’ Sen. Reed Says

Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island, the top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee, told Pete Hegseth that he was not qualified to lead...

Pete Hegseth to Face Democratic Questioning in Confirmation Hearing

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice to lead the Pentagon will field questions on Tuesday on a range of issues, including a sexual assault allegation...

Democrats Say F.B.I. Did Not Interview Critical Witnesses About Pete Hegseth

The bureau did not interview an ex-wife of President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for defense secretary before the findings on his background check were...

Democrats Will Regret Helping to Pass the Laken Riley Act

This cruel and sweeping bill could upend our immigration system.

How Does Senate Confirmation Work?

The Senate’s role of “advice and consent” is a marathon of meetings and paperwork.

Confirmation Hearings Open in a Test of Trump’s Hold on Senate G.O.P.

Opposition to prospective nominees, along with time-consuming Senate rules, will slow floor action despite the Republican push for approval of some of President-elect Donald...

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