Breaking news: Senate confirms Hegseth for defense secretary, with Vance as tiebreaker

The final vote was the smallest margin for a defense secretary's confirmation since the position was created in 1947.

View in browser Jan. 24, 2025, 10:01 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times Senate Confirms Hegseth for Defense Secretary, with Vance as Tiebreaker Vice President JD Vance had to cast a tiebreaking vote to confirm Pete Hegseth for defense secretary after three Republicans joined all Democrats in opposition. Follow live updates Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018