Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa is pushing for President-elect Donald Trump to give former Fox News host Pete Hegseth a public confirmation hearing for his defense secretary position. In a meeting with Trump, Ernst expressed her hesitation to support Hegseth’s nomination and urged the president to allow him to present his case at an upcoming public hearing.
The development comes as several other Trump appointees face scrutiny over their qualifications or past controversies. As the Senate reviews Trump’s Cabinet picks, Ernst’s statement highlights the ongoing debate surrounding Hegseth’s suitability for the role.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/12/09/joni-ernst-pete-hegseth-meeting