Amid Republican claims of “anonymous smears,” a named person — and a Hegseth, at that — accuses the defense secretary nominee of abusive behavior.

Pete Hegseth faced an important test on Tuesday — but he didn't just have to prove himself to the senators who immediately began sparring over his nomination as defense secretary.

Pete Hegseth doesn't give a whit about our Constitution. But he has two characteristics that make him perfectly suited to work for President Trump.

The Secretary of Defense of the United States is one of the most important jobs in the entire world. The person nominated for this role needs to be someone of the highest character and with the credentials and experience to match.

The Armed Services Committee approved Hegseth's nomination in a 14-13 party-line vote Monday, and the full Senate is expected to hold his confirmation vote as soon as Thursday. Hegseth has said that, if confirmed, he will stop drinking. By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Pete Hegseth's lawyer dissected and refuted a new affidavit from the defense secretary nominee's former sister-in-law in a letter to SASC chairman Wicker on Wednesday.

Danielle Diettrich Hegseth, Pete Hegseth’s ex-sister in law, said that his “erratic behaviour” led his former second wife Samantha to “fear for her safety”

Pete Hegseth, nominated for Secretary of Defense, faces assault and alcohol abuse allegations, particularly from his former sister-in-law, Danielle He

On Monday, President Donald Trump took the oath of office to become the 47th president of the United States of America.

President Donald Trump is already testing the limits of Hill Democrats who have vowed to be less antagonistic the second time around.