Coverage dated January 22, 2025

Murkowski to vote against Hegseth, first Republican to oppose a Trump cabinet pick

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Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced Thursday that she will vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose one of President Donald Trump's cabinet picks.

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  1. PJ Media

  2. Military.com

    Sen. Lisa Murkowski to Vote Against Hegseth, First Republican to Oppose Defense Secretary Nominee (opens Military.com)

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    Murkowski, of Alaska, said in a statement that allegations of excessive drinking and aggressive actions toward women, which Hegseth has denied, show that his behaviors “starkly contrast” with what is expected of the U.S. military.

  3. Minneapolis Star Tribune

    Sen. Lisa Murkowski to vote against Hegseth, first Republican to oppose a Trump Cabinet pick (opens Minneapolis Star Tribune)

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    Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced Thursday that she will vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead the Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose one of President Donald Trump's Cabinet picks ahead of a crucial test vote.

  4. New York Post

    Murkowski to vote against Hegseth, first Republican to oppose a Trump cabinet pick (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced Thursday that she will vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose one of President Donald Trump's cabinet picks.

  5. KOB 4

    Sen. Lisa Murkowski won't support Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose a Trump Cabinet pick (opens KOB 4)

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    Sen. Lisa Murkowski won't support Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose a Trump Cabinet pick.

  6. Anchorage Daily News

    Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she’ll vote against Pete Hegseth to lead Pentagon (opens Anchorage Daily News)

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    Anchorage Daily News's feed description

    Murkowski posted an expansive statement on social media explaining why she could not support Hegseth.

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