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Trump’s defense pick reportedly paid sexual assault accuser but denies claims

Peter Hegseth, pick for defense department, says encounter was consensual but woman was paid undisclosed sum

The Guardian - US

Many of Trump’s nominees for key roles are his MAGA friends. They’ve also questioned climate change

Climate scientists say reducing emissions is the way to slow continued extreme impacts

The Independent UK

Shock-and-awe staff picks spark fears of radical Trump administration ‘off and running day one’

A flurry of controversial and extremist picks for Trump’s administration has provoked criticism and made heads spin

The Guardian - US

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Trump's Defense Secretary Pick Faces Allegations Of Sexual Assault

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, faces scrutiny over sexual assault allegations and settlement agreement.

Top News

What have Trump administration nominees said about Israel and its wars?

While pro-Israel views are common in US politics, Trump’s picks signal support for far-right Israeli aspirations.

Al Jazeera

Pete Hegseth Paid Woman Who Accused Him Of Sex Assault But Says Encounter Was Consensual: Report

'There's a lot of frustration around this,' a person familiar with the matter said; Trump's pick for defense secretary wasn't 'properly vetted'

International Business Times

Fox Business Host Larry Kudlow Won't Be Joining Trump's Cabinet: Report

Kudlow, who served as president-elect's National Economic Adviser last time around, told Trump team he won't be returning to goverment

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Sexual Assault Allegation Raises Questions About Cabinet Pick

Controversy surrounds sexual assault allegation against Pete Hegseth, Trump's Cabinet pick, raising doubts about his nomination.

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‘Christian motto’ or nationalist dog whistle? Could a tattoo derail Trump’s pick for defense secretary?

Hegseth, an Army National Guard veteran, has the words ‘Deus Vult’ tattooed on his bicep, a rallying cry for Christian crusaders in the Middle Ages

The Independent UK

Sexual Assault Allegation Raises Questions About Cabinet Pick Nomination

Allegations of sexual assault against Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, raise concerns within the transition team.

Top News

Trump Defense Secretary Nominee Flagged as Potential Threat Over 'White Supremacist' Tattoo: AP

Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, was flagged as a potential threat in 2021 due to a tattoo associated with white supremacist groups.

Latin Times

Pete Hegseth flagged as possible ‘Insider Threat’ over tattoo that’s associated with white supremacist groups

Pete Hegseth, the Army National Guard veteran and Fox News host, has been nominated by Donald Trump to lead the Department of Defense

The Independent UK

Trump Defense Secretary Nominee Pete Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over 2017 Sexual Assault Allegation

Amid resurfaced allegations, Hegseth's controversial Pentagon nomination spotlights his military background, polarizing views, and lack of traditional defense leadership experience.

Latin Times

Trump cabinet picks worry Europe

European leaders are worried that some picks signal not only a disdain for NATO, but also professional experience

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The Guardian - UK

With these outrageous appointments, Trump is showing us exactly how he intends to rule

The president-elect has picked a team designed to ensure his domination, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

Salon

Hegseth faced sexual assault claim

Police in California confirmed reports that Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth was accused in 2017 of sexual assault

The Independent UK

Trump's pick to lead Defense Department was accused of sexual assault in 2017

Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host who is Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Defense, was accused of sexual assault in 2017 after a speaking appearance at a Republican women’s event in Monterey, California

The Guardian - US

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Pentagon pick, sparks alarm over far-right extremism

Experts concerned over the Fox & Friends host, his Christian nationalist ideology and militant language

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Reason

Meet Trump's Incredibly Confusing New National Security Cabinet

Establishment hawks will be running the State Department and National Security Council, but Trump has peppered in some antiestablishment mavericks too.

Salon

RFK Jr.'s revenge: Trump gets payback

At this point, Donald Trump believes he is invincible

Salon

Trump nominees turn allies to enemies

Trump believes in rule by fear, but that stokes resentment and possibly even resistance

Top News

Alleged Sexual Assault Involving Pete Hegseth Under Investigation

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary nominee, faces a 2017 sexual assault investigation. Controversy surrounds his nomination.

The Independent UK

Trump’s Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth ‘faced sexual misconduct claims investigated by police’

Donald Trump announced he’s picking the Fox News host for defense secretary on Tuesday

The Guardian - AU

Trump 2.0: are his cabinet picks more extreme than in 2016?

Trump’s nominations, including RFK Jr, Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth, have left US figures ‘stunned’, and drawn comparisons with eight years ago

The Independent UK

What is the confirmation process for Cabinet picks — and what are ‘recess appointments’?

Eric Garcia details how Trump has previously hinted at using a never-used constitutional power. Would it be enough to get Matt Gaetz or Pete Hegseth through?

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