Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary pick, recently met with Senator-elect John Curtis of Utah to discuss national security issues. Hegseth described the meeting as 'excellent' and praised Curtis for being thoughtful and well-versed in the subject matter. However, Hegseth did not assume that he had secured Curtis' support, emphasizing the importance of the advise and consent process.
During the meeting, Hegseth and Curtis engaged in a fruitful discussion about national security, with Hegseth expressing gratitude for Curtis' time and expressing hope for future collaboration if he is confirmed for the position. When asked if he believed Curtis was leaning towards a yes or no decision, Hegseth declined to speculate, stating that he would not presume to speak for the Senator.
Despite being pressed for details on any concerns or hesitations Curtis may have expressed, Hegseth chose not to elaborate further, reiterating that he had already shared all he intended to on the matter. This meeting marked the final engagement for Hegseth on Capitol Hill for the day, as he continues to navigate the confirmation process for his potential role as Defense Secretary.
