Pete Hegseth, a former corporal and morning television host, is set to become the new Secretary of Defense. Despite his lack of political experience, his nomination has received support from the U.S.

Pete Hegseth, a former corporal and morning television host, is set to become the new Secretary of Defence. His nomination, despite his lack of political experience, has received support from the U.S.

The Senate narrowly confirmed Pete Hegseth on Friday as secretary of Defense, a win for President Donald Trump's new administration after its 44-year-old nominee fended off allegations of sexual assault,