Senator Kevin Cramer, US Senator for North Dakota | Senator Kevin Cramer Official website
Senator Kevin Cramer, US Senator for North Dakota | Senator Kevin Cramer Official website
The United States Senate has confirmed Pete Hegseth as the 29th U.S. Secretary of Defense. The confirmation vote was closely contested, ending in a 51 to 50 decision.
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, a Republican from North Dakota and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, expressed his support for Hegseth's nomination. In a statement following the vote, Senator Cramer said: "Pete is a change agent and leader for a new generation. He will play a pivotal role in protecting our country and implementing President Trump’s agenda to restore our military’s strength and mission. Pete has the skills and experience to lead the Pentagon, and despite Democrats’ obstruction, I’m glad the Senate confirmed him without delay."
Hegseth's confirmation marks an important step in shaping defense policy under President Trump's administration.
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