Ernst, an Army veteran and rape survivor, had previously expressed concerns over Hegseth’s past comments about women in combat roles and the allegations of sexual misconduct leveled against

Allies of President Donald Trump have been quick to threaten primary challengers for Republican senators who don't back Trump's Cabinet picks and legislative priorities.

Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), a key member of the Senate Armed Services Committee who has championed women serving in combat roles, announced Tuesday that she will vote for Pete Hegseth,

President Donald Trump fired at least 18 inspectors general across the federal government without required notification to Congress.

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As a rape survivor and advocate for tackling sexual assault in the military, Ernst's support for Hegseth had seemed uncertain due to allegations of sexual assault against him.

Donald Trump's pick for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, is facing stiff criticism from Democrats—but most Republicans back him.

To Sen. Joni Ernst, the answer is a resounding ‘No.” Ms. Ernst, Iowa Republican, has written legislation that would order federal agencies to cut out the mascots. For good measure, she also ...

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Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) said she hadn’t gotten to yes on Hegseth when asked about her position during a Fox News interview in early December, and Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) initially called ...