Despite a controversial hearing for confirmation, in which the Democrats themselves and the dramatic dramatic drama of the 11th hour were, Pete Hegseth was confirmed in a 51:50 vote on Friday evening by President Donald Trump for Defense Minister, Senate of the United States.
As Redstate described before, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) triggered the concern delayed Friday after reporting that he could attract Hegseth’s support.
In the end, however, Tillis voted in favor of Hegseth’s confirmation and submitted an explanation on social media in which he said In some cases, “Pete has a unique perspective as the veteran of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and is undoubtedly passionate about modernizing our military and supporting the brave patriots like himself that serve our nation”.
The three Republicans, who voted “No”, were Sensan Susan Collins (R-Me), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and the former chairman of the Sen. minority, Mitch McConnell (R-Ky).
See also: Sparks fly on CNN after the Washington Post Pete Hegseth’s military service has disparaged
After Tillis’ vote made an even 50-50 split, it was Vice President JD Vance to give up the binding votes for Hegseth. As we reported, Vance – the senator was before he became Trump’s VP – wiped On the Twitter/X machine just a few minutes before his vote on how “I thought I was ready in the Senate” and the LOL Emoticon included in his tweet.
Others on the popular social media platform also burdened some funny answers to the news that Vance would be the decisive vote, some of which were of course WWE theme:
JD Vance comes out to break the tie and give us Hegseth. pic.twitter.com/1psjywgp3p
– Orpheus (@antoine01686702) January 25, 2025
JD Vance appears to the Senate to give the vote that Pete Hegseth confirms. pic.twitter.com/ffaotutifr
– Tim Young (@timrunshismouth) January 25, 2025
From God is JD vances music https://t.co/xra1tfqrfm pic.twitter.com/izxop9neal
– Magills (@magills_) January 25, 2025
JD vance if there is a mood in the Senate … pic.twitter.com/znfldlbxit
– Tim Young (@timrunshismouth) January 25, 2025
JD Vance goes to the Senate to give the groundbreaking coordination for Pete Hegseth pic.twitter.com/41pfgji8lx
– Marie Arf 🇺🇸 🟦🎗️🇮🇱 (@Schwingcat) January 25, 2025
The Hegseth vote is currently 50-50. JD vance on the way to submit the crucial vote. pic.twitter.com/ykudp2cpql
– Publius (@louser603) January 25, 2025
*Mitch McConnell votes against Pete Hegseth
JD vance: pic.twitter.com/wk64cwvx6g
– Bonchie (@Bonchieredstate) January 25, 2025
I also don’t think this was a real quote, but it would have been really chilly if it were:
“Sir, the Senate just voted 50/50 about Hegseth’s nomination.”
Vance: “Don’t say anymore.” pic.twitter.com/quf8z9lotm
– Aaron Newborn (@_aaron_newborn) January 25, 2025
Never melts and the Democrats of the Senate melts and made rumored that they are demanding combat meetings.
In any case, props to Vice President Vance and congratulations on the newly shaped defense sec. Pete Hegseth because he was powerful and victorious. There will be a lot of work in the future, but with leaders such as Trump, Vance and Hegseth we have the best chance of ever making America great – and his fighting forces respected worldwide.
