Conservative group pours big money into saving Trump's defense pick
A major right-wing organization starts million-dollar push to save troubled Pentagon nominee. Republican senators show doubts about candidateʼs past conduct and military gender views
The Heritage Foundation‚ a key player in Donald Trumpʼs transition plans is stepping-up to defend the troubled nomination of Pete Hegseth as defense secretary
The right-wing think-tank (which leads the Project 2025 initiative) announced 12/05 its plans to spend one-mil dollars pushing senators to support Hegseths confirmation. Kevin Roberts‚ the foundations president‚ aims to counter growing resistance among lawmakers
Several GOP senators dont feel ready to back Hegseth due to his controversial stance on military service: his opinions about women in combat roles have raised eye-brows. Additionally questions about his personal conduct — including past drinking habits have made some lawmakers hesitant
The campaign represents another move by Heritage to shape Trumps incoming administration; their involvement shows how conservative groups try to influence key appointments. Multiple senate republicans are asking for more info about the nominee before making their choice
