Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the new Secretary of State, but his confirmation was not without controversy among Republicans.
The biggest opposition came from Mitch McConnell, who voted “yes” to send Hegseth’s nomination to the full Senate but then voted “no” on his confirmation. This sparked outrage among conservatives, with many criticizing McConnell for siding with Democrats and calling for his removal in 2026.
Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski also faced backlash for their “no” votes, leading to a 50-50 tie and a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance. Some conservatives called for primary challenges against Collins, while others felt Murkowski should fully support Trump, especially since he won Alaska by 13 points.
Despite the drama, Trump expressed confidence in Hegseth, focusing on “winning” as the priority.
