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Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary Despite Controversy

Pete Hegseth, despite facing allegations of sexual assault and financial mismanagement, was narrowly confirmed as Defense Secretary by a 50-50 Senate vote, with Vice President J.D. Vance casting the tie-breaking ballot.

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Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary in Controversial 50-50 Senate Vote

Pete Hegseth, Trump's controversial nominee, was confirmed as Secretary of Defense by a 50-50 Senate vote requiring a tie-breaking vote from the Vice President, despite accusations of sexual assault and opposition from three Republicans and 47 Democrats over concerns regarding his qualifications and...

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Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary Despite Senatorial Opposition

Pete Hegseth was narrowly confirmed as Secretary of Defense on Friday despite opposition from three Republican senators, including Mitch McConnell, who raised concerns about Hegseth's qualifications and strategic vision during a time of heightened global tensions; Vice President JD Vance cast the ti...

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China Harasses Philippine Vessels in South China Sea

Chinese coast guard ships and a navy helicopter harassed Philippine scientific survey vessels near Sandy Cay in the Spratly Islands on Friday, forcing the operation's cancellation; this incident highlights escalating tensions in the South China Sea and tests the US commitment to the region.

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Landmines Threaten Syrian Civilians' Lives Upon Return

Iyad's father was killed by a landmine in November 2024 near Saraqib, Syria, highlighting the danger of unexploded ordnance and landmines affecting returning farmers; at least 144 people have died since early December due to these hazards.

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US Military Deployed to Border Amidst Shift in Priorities

President Trump has deployed 1,500 active-duty troops and military aircraft to the US-Mexico border to enhance border security, despite a recent decline in illegal crossings; this prioritization reflects a key campaign promise and contrasts with the new Secretary of Defense's stated focus on "warfig...

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Hegseth Confirmed as US Defense Secretary Despite Misconduct Allegations

Following accusations of sexual misconduct and infidelity, Pete Hegseth, former Fox News personality and Army veteran, was narrowly confirmed by the US Senate as Secretary of Defense, despite three Republican senators voting against him; this comes amid an ongoing conflict in Gaza where a prisoner e...

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Colombian Army Launches Operation Catatumbo Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

The Colombian Army launched Operation Catatumbo on January 27th to quell ELN guerrilla attacks on a dissident FARC group in the Catatumbo region, displacing 40,000 and killing at least 60, prompting a government state of exception to provide resources and security.

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Senate Confirms Controversial Hegseth as Defense Secretary

The Senate narrowly confirmed Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense on Friday, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote, despite numerous allegations of misconduct and concerns about his qualifications; this highlights President Trump's power and the influence of culture wars within...

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Hegseth Confirmed as US Defense Secretary Amid Controversy

Pete Hegseth was confirmed as US defense secretary on Friday by a 50-50 tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance, despite facing accusations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct and opposition from Democrats and some Republicans, raising concerns about his management capabilities given his p...

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Hegseth Confirmed as US Defense Secretary Amidst Controversy

The US Senate narrowly confirmed Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense on Friday, despite significant bipartisan opposition fueled by allegations of misconduct and questions about his qualifications; the 50-50 vote required the Vice President to break the tie.

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US Military Deployed to Border Amidst Shift in Priorities

President Trump has deployed 1,500 active-duty troops and military aircraft to the US-Mexico border to enhance security, diverting resources from other military responsibilities despite a recent decrease in illegal crossings; thousands more are expected.

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