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As Hegseth takes charge at the Pentagon, here’s what changes could be in store

As Hegseth takes charge at the Pentagon, here’s what changes could be in store

WASHINGTON (AP) — When Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth starts his first official day on Monday morning, he will face a daunting array of issues to...

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Hegseth is quickly sworn in as defense secretary after dramatic Senate vote

Hegseth is quickly sworn in as defense secretary after dramatic Senate vote

Pete Hegseth was sworn in Saturday as the nation’s 29th secretary of defense, quickly joining President Trump’s Cabinet after a dramatic late-nig...

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What to know from Pete Hegseth’s fiery confirmation hearing

What to know from Pete Hegseth’s fiery confirmation hearing

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Defense secretary is publicly facing senators for the first time after weeks of questio...

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Trump is likely to name a loyalist as Pentagon chief after tumultuous first term

Trump is likely to name a loyalist as Pentagon chief after tumultuous first term

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary is still up in the air, but it is a sure bet he will look to reshap...

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