Pete Hegseth’s Nomination Is in Trouble. Republican Senators Are Letting the Process Play Out.
The former Fox News anchor was accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2017, which he denies. His path through the Senate confirmation process is still uncertain.
Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call via AP
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