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Senate Panel Fast-Tracks Pete Hegseth's Defense Secretary Nomination Amid Controversy
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- Senate panel advances Pete Hegseth's nomination for defense secretary.
- 14 Republicans support, 13 Democrats oppose Hegseth's nomination.
- Republicans overlook misconduct claims, favor quick nomination vote.
- Hegseth faces allegations of assault, drunkenness, but denies them.
- Claims of misconduct include settlement and nondisclosure agreement.
- Senator Wicker insists allegations insufficient to stop the nomination.
- Hegseth promises to abstain from alcohol if confirmed.
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