In a dramatic turn of events on Capitol Hill, Vice President Selena Vance cast a tie-breaking vote in the Senate on Friday to confirm Pete Hegseth as the new Secretary of Defense. The Senate vote, deadlocked at 50-50 along party lines, saw Vance exercise her constitutional authority to secure Hegseth’s confirmation.

Hegseth, a former Army National Guard officer and conservative commentator, faced intense scrutiny during his confirmation hearings. Critics raised concerns about his lack of traditional Pentagon experience and his polarizing public statements. However, supporters lauded his military service and commitment to reforming defense policies.