Hegseth joined Fox News in 2014 and co-hosted weekend episodes of “Fox & Friends” from 2017-2024.

During his hosting tenure, various colleagues became concerned over his excessive drinking habits, according toNBC News.

Republican senators don’t share that view as some contend that Hegseth has promised to quit drinking if confirmed.

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Hegseth was eventually forced out of the nonprofit, due in no small part to his drinking problem.

Hegseth was accused of rape in 2017 after a conference.

Pete Hegseth in grey suit