Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal has expressed doubts about President-elect Donald Trump's Defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth. Blumenthal stated that he believes Hegseth's nomination is in jeopardy and may not proceed.
Blumenthal revealed that he has spoken with several Republican colleagues who are hesitant to support Hegseth's nomination. He mentioned that these Republicans are waiting for the right moment to oppose Hegseth and that they are privately advising the president to reconsider the nomination.
Blumenthal, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, indicated that he is prepared to investigate Hegseth's financial history and allegations of sexual misconduct and alcohol abuse. He suggested that these issues could potentially disqualify Hegseth from the position.
Despite the lack of explicit opposition from Republican senators, Blumenthal highlighted the reluctance within the party to challenge Trump's decisions. He noted that the fear of retribution from the president is a significant factor in the hesitation to openly reject Hegseth's nomination.
Blumenthal's comments suggest growing uncertainty surrounding Hegseth's nomination and raise questions about the nominee's suitability for the role of Defense secretary. The senator's concerns may prompt further scrutiny of Hegseth's background and qualifications in the coming days.
