The vote was 51-49.
Murkowski said in a statement that she cannot in good conscience support his nomination forSecretary of Defense.
Collins expressed similar concerns, which also included previous statements Hegseth has made opposing women serving in combat roles.
Pete Hegseth at his confirmation hearing last week.Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images
A police report was filed but Hegseth was not charged.
His attorney told The Washington Post that he had been drinking and the sex was consensual.
These behaviors starkly contrast the values and discipline expected of servicemembers.
But Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS), chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said.
Hegseth is not beholden to the status quo, and hes open to new ideas.
Hes intent on lethality and readiness, and shouldnt we all be?
A final vote on the nomination could come on Friday.
