Political polarization in the U.S. is at the highest level ever measured. Growing majorities of both Republicans and Democrats say they consider members of the other party to be unintelligent, ...

The Senate advanced Pete Hegseth's nomination as defense secretary, despite Democrats' objections and unease among Republicans over qualifications, actions.

Senators voted 51-49 to advance Hegseth's defense secretary bid, which has been mired in a series of controversies.

Senate Republicans are steamrolling ahead on Pete Hegseth’s nomination to lead the Pentagon, and a new report detailing ...

The vote may indicate whether fresh allegations about his personal conduct that surfaced this week are enough to stop his confirmation.