Presidential Transition (US)

Transportation Hearing Will Focus on Aviation Safety and Infrastructure

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Sean Duffy, a Fox News host and former Wisconsin congressmen, would oversee a sprawling Transportation Department that oversees aviation, rail and transit.

Pete Hegseth’s Confirmation Hearing

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In a hearing that stretched more than four hours, Democrats pressed Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for defense secretary, on numerous allegations of misconduct, his views about women in combat and his ability to lead the department. Eric Schmitt, national security correspondent for The New York Times, explains a moment that stood out in the hearing.

Rubio Is in Spotlight on Second Big Day of Cabinet Hearings

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Senator Marco Rubio, who is nominated for secretary of state, has a long history of personal and policy differences with President-elect Donald Trump.

Joni Ernst Says She Will Vote to Confirm Pete Hegseth

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The Iowa Republican’s decision dramatically increases the likelihood that Mr. Hegseth will have enough votes to be confirmed as President-elect Donald J. Trump’s defense secretary.

Schedule of Senate Confirmation Hearings for Trump Cabinet Picks

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Selections for attorney general, secretary of homeland security, secretary of state and Treasury secretary are among those set to have hearings this week.

Pete Hegseth to Face Democratic Questioning in Confirmation Hearing

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President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice to lead the Pentagon will field questions on Tuesday on a range of issues, including a sexual assault allegation and his lack of management experience.