(WASHINGTON, DC) – Senators Kevin Cramer and John Hoeven voted Friday night to confirm Pete Hegseth as the Secretary of Defense.
“Pete Hegseth served in combat during his time in the military and has been a strong advocate for our veterans,” said Hoeven. “We look forward to working with him to modernize our military and ensure peace through strength. North Dakota plays an integral role in our national defense, with our leadership in unmanned aerial systems in Grand Forks and two legs of the nuclear deterrent in Minot, and together with the Trump administration we’ll work to continue and grow our state’s leadership as well as support our military members.”
Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote.
“Pete is a change agent and leader for a new generation. He will play a pivotal role in protecting our country and implementing President Trump’s agenda to restore our military’s strength and mission,” Cramer said. “Pete has the skills and experience to lead the Pentagon, and despite Democrats’ obstruction, I’m glad the Senate confirmed him without delay.”
