Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth is scheduled to appear before lawmakers for a second consecutive day of confirmation hearings following contentious discussions about Iran military policy during his initial testimony.
The hearings resume after Hegseth faced sharp questioning from congressional members regarding his positions on potential military action involving Iran, creating tension during what are typically more routine confirmation proceedings.
Meanwhile, attention in Washington also focuses on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s tenure and impact on monetary policy during his leadership of the central bank.
In a separate major development, the Supreme Court has delivered a significant ruling that substantially weakens the Voting Rights Act, marking another pivotal decision affecting election law and voter access protections.
