Mitch McConnell

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell surprised many by voting against President Donald Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, highlighting a rare break with Trump and signaling McConnell's willingness to challenge the president on national security matters.

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell voted against Pete Hegseth's confirmation as Secretary of Defense, citing concerns over qualifications and global threats, leading to a tie-breaking vote by Vice President JD Vance.