Pete Hegseth faces new allegations of alcohol abuse and misconduct

By Deirdre Walsh,

Steve Inskeep

Published January 22, 2025 at 3:14 AM CST

Pete Hegseth, President Trump's pick for defense secretary, is facing new allegations of alcohol abuse and misconduct as the Senate prepares to vote on his confirmation.

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Deirdre Walsh

Deirdre Walsh is the congress editor for NPR's Washington Desk.

Steve Inskeep

Steve Inskeep is a host of NPR's Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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