Mitch McConnell Criticizes Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Pete Hegseth

 Mitch McConnell Criticizes Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Pete Hegseth

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell voiced strong criticism of President Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, just before the confirmation vote took place on Friday night.

The vote, which stretched late into the evening, ended in a 50-50 tie, prompting Vice President JD Vance to cast the deciding vote in favor of Hegseth’s confirmation.

McConnell, however, was among those who voted against Hegseth, raising concerns about his qualifications for the position. In a statement issued shortly before the vote, McConnell questioned whether Hegseth had the necessary capabilities for the job.

“A mere desire to be a ‘change agent’ is not enough to fill these shoes,” McConnell said. “And ‘dust on boots’ fails to distinguish this nominee from many predecessors over the last decade. It’s not a prerequisite for success.”

He further stated, “Secretaries with distinguished combat experience and time in the trenches have failed at the job. Mr. Hegseth has yet to demonstrate he will pass this test. But as he assumes office, the stakes of failure are higher than ever.”

Despite his opposition to Hegseth’s confirmation, McConnell stated that he would cooperate with him in efforts to “restore American hard power.”

Following the vote, President Trump, speaking to reporters in California, expressed confidence in Hegseth, calling him an excellent choice for Defense Secretary. Trump also remarked that he wasn’t aware of McConnell’s vote against Hegseth but emphasized, “winning is all that matters.”

Hegseth is set to lead the Department of Defense, which oversees nearly 2.1 million service members, about 780,000 civilians, and a budget of $850 billion.

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