As the dust settles on the fight over Pete Hegseth's nomination, his confirmation is emblematic of a larger truth about the state of Republican politics.

Joni Ernst said Tuesday she will vote to confirm Pete Hegseth to lead the U.S. Department ... “equitable” standards for those serving in uniform, agreed that women should have the opportunity ...

Pete Hegseth, a former combat veteran and ... to be the secretary of defense for all men and women in uniform," Hegseth said. At the same time, he implied that the Pentagon has lowered standards ...

Joni Ernst said Tuesday she will vote to confirm Pete Hegseth ... in combat roles?" Hegseth, who in his opening comments to the panel, emphasized the need for “equal” but not “equitable” standards for ...