Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced Thursday that she will vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead Pentagon, becoming the first Republican to oppose one of President Donald Trump's Cabinet picks.

Republicans say they are confident that Hegseth, who has been accused of alcohol and domestic abuse, will ultimately be confirmed to lead the Pentagon.

Alaska U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski on Thursday announced on social media that she would vote against confirming Pete Hegseth to lead the U.S. Department of Defense.

The Alaska Republican plans to vote against the confirmation of Pete Hegseth to lead the Department of Defense.

GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska says she "cannot in good conscience" support Pete Hegseth for secretary of defense.

Lisa Murkowski of Alaska became the first Republican to come out against Pete Hegseth’s nomination to become the Secretary of Defense. Murkowski put out her statement right before the Senate voted to ...