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Pete Hegseth: The US Senate has elected Pete Hegseth as the next Defense Secretary of the country. However, they have often been in controversies. He was accused of physical abuse by a woman. Which he later gave 50 thousand US dollars as compensation. On Saturday, the US Senate voted to choose Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary. During this time there was a clash of 50-50. Vice President JD Vance cast a decisive vote, clearing the way for him to become the Defense Secretary.
Hegseth is a former host of Fox News and experienced of National Guard. Donald Trump nominated him to lead the Homeland Security Department in November. Hegseth was accused of physical abuse and financial mismanagement in two veteran organizations.
Hegseth strongly denied the allegations and told the Senate Armed Service Committee earlier this month that I have learned from my previous mistakes. I am not a full person but salvation is possible. I am committed to resume the war theory of Pentagon. ‘
Payment of $ 50000
In 2017, Pete Hegseth paid $ 50,000 to the woman who accused her of physical abuse. He revealed this by responding to a senator himself. The written response was given to Massachusetts Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Hegseth’s lawyer Timothy Parlotor refused to comment on the amount on Thursday. However, Parliament confirmed in November that the contract had been paid and Hegseth said during his hearing last week that the allegations against him were false.