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Donald Trump gets his first cabinet member as Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state

The Senate quickly confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state Monday.

Fortune

Armed Services panel moves Hegseth nomination forward - Roll Call

The Senate Armed Services Committee approved the nomination of Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick to run the Defense Department.

Roll Call

Donald Trump Honors Service Members At Inaugural Ball

Former President Trump praises service members' bravery and discusses military strength at Commander-in-Chief inaugural ball.

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Trump names acting defense secretary with Hegseth not yet confirmed

President Donald Trump has named an acting defense secretary because his choice to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, has not yet been confirmed by the Senate

The Independent UK

Military leaders should expect Trump crackdown – from disloyalty to diversity

Despite tensions brewing with China, US president-elect is expected to ‘clean house’ with those who stray from agenda

The Guardian - US

Senate Committees To Vote On Cabinet Nominations After Inauguration

Senate committees to review and vote on Cabinet nominations of key officials. Important legislative actions expected.

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Exclusive: There Are Still Non-MAGA Republicans, But Any Influence Will Be Exerted Behind Closed Doors, Experts Argue

Political scientists explain the 'why' behind GOP members' reluctance to challenge Trump's agenda and potential checks from within Congress and the judiciary.

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Trump's Cabinet Picks Face Senate Confirmation Hearings

Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks discussing qualifications and plans.

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Senate confirmation process kicks into high gear for Trump's Cabinet - Roll Call

After Donald Trump takes the oath of office and Congress concludes the inaugural pageantry, the Senate will get back to work.

Roll Call

Sen. Kaine Raises Concerns Over Defense Nominee's Character

Senator Tim Kaine raises concerns about Pete Hegseth's character during confirmation hearing.

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Trump will only have a quarter of the staff he needs in place when he enters office

Exclusive: The Project 2025 plan to have the incoming Trump administration roles filled from day one appears to have spectacularly failed

The Independent UK

Sen. Mullin Defends Hegseth Amid Allegations, Supports Inauguration Decision

Sen. Markwayne Mullin supports Pete Hegseth's nomination and the decision to move the inauguration ceremony indoors, emphasizing accountability and safety.

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Sen. Mullin Defends Defense Nominee, Supports Inauguration Venue Change

Sen. Markwayne Mullin defends Pete Hegseth and supports Trump's inauguration ceremony decision.

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Sen. Murray Criticizes Defense Secretary Nominee For Meeting Cancellation

Sen. Patty Murray expresses concerns over delayed meeting with defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, highlighting the importance of transparency and comm...

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The Guardian - UK

Digested week: Steve Bannon’s bitter attack on Elon Musk lifts the spirits, briefly

Plus: Timothée Chalamet charms on a Lime bike, Rick Stein’s 1970s prices and Starbucks’ bathroom requirements

The Independent UK

Army expects to meet recruiting goals, in dramatic turnaround, and denies 'wokeness' is a factor

The U.S. Army expects to meet its enlistment goals for 2025

International Business Times

North Korea Warns Of Stronger Action Over South's Drills With US, Japan

North Korea condemned on Friday joint military drills between South Korea, Japan and the United States held this week, threatening to respond by exercising its right to self-defence "more intensively".

The Independent UK

Biden urges troops to ‘remember your oath’ at Defense Department farewell ceremony

Biden urges service members to uphold pledge to ‘support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic’

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The Independent UK

Seth Meyers responds to Trump: ‘I hope you get a TV soon that allows you to change the channel’

Meyers jibed at Donald Trump Wednesday joking: ‘I hope you get a TV soon that allows you to change the channel’

The Guardian - US

Seth Meyers on Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing: ‘A test to see how loyal Republicans will be’

Late-night hosts discuss the many allegations facing Trump’s Pentagon pick and Michelle Obama’s plan to skip the president-elect’s inauguration

The Guardian - US

Democrats concerned after Mike Johnson fires top Republican from House committee reportedly at Trump’s request – as it happened

House speaker removed intelligence committee chair Mike Turner, whose stances have run afoul with Trump

The Guardian - US

Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing highlights Republicans’ servility to Trump

Defense secretary nominee is incompetent and seems to have no redeeming qualities – but his appointment looks assured

Fortune

What is ASEAN and why are Asian countries like Japan and South Korea not part of it?

The bloc has a GDP of around $4.2 trillion and came up during a U.S. Senate hearing on Wednesday.

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Sen. Collins Undecided On Supporting Pete Hegseth For Defense Secretary

Senator Susan Collins carefully evaluates Pete Hegseth's nomination for defense secretary, emphasizing thorough review of hearings.

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Trump's Cabinet Nominees Pledge To Keep Politics Out

Confirmation hearings for Trump's Cabinet nominees focus on maintaining non-political environment in key agencies.

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