Vice President JD Vance recently expressed his strong support for President Donald Trump's defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, and director of national intelligence nominee, Tulsi Gabbard. Vance cast the tie-breaking vote to officially confirm Hegseth, referring to him as a 'disruptor' who will bring much-needed change to the Department of Defense.
During an appearance on CBS' 'Face the Nation,' Vance emphasized the necessity of disruption in the department, stating that a significant overhaul is required in the way weapons procurement and troop arming are handled. He believes that Hegseth is the right person to lead this transformation.
Addressing criticism surrounding Gabbard's nomination, Vance expressed confidence that she will ultimately be confirmed by the Senate. He highlighted the importance of reining in 'bureaucrats' within intelligence agencies and refocusing their efforts on enhancing national security.
Vance's remarks underscore his commitment to supporting Trump's nominees and implementing substantial changes within key government agencies. He believes that both Hegseth and Gabbard possess the qualities needed to address existing challenges and drive positive reforms.
