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Pete Hegseth at the completion of his confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025.

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Video. Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as new US Defence Secretary

Updated: 25/01/2025 - 11:26 GMT+1

Hegseth was questioned about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behaviour toward women by the defence committee.

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