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Will Hegseth stay in fight for secretary of defense confirmation?

Pete Hegseth is saying President-elect Donald Trump told him to fight out the swirling backlash he is receiving over allegations of his misconduct. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

OpenAI partners with defense company Anduril

OpenAI and Anduril on Wednesday announced a partnership allowing the defense tech company to deploy advanced AI systems for "national security missions."

CNBC - Dec. 4

Commonly used defense tactic strongly correlates with acceptance of rape myths – study

Report comes amid controversy over allegations of sexual misconduct against several Trump nominees for his cabinet. A new study , released amid controversy over allegations of sexual misconduct ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

In defense of criticism: A theater critic asks what good does it do in an upside-down world

A theater critic reflects on his profession at a time when its very survival seems on the line and champions a return of critical thinking.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

Will Trump replace Hegseth pick with DeSantis for secretary of defense?

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, news host Pete Hegseth, continues to face mounting backlash over allegations of impropriety in his past. CBS News campaign reporters ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Trump's pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, is in peril in the Senate

President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Defense Department, Pete Hegseth, is in peril over allegations concerning drinking and his treatment of women.

NBC News - Dec. 4

EU Defense Spending Expected to Hit $342.6 Billion in Boon to Arms Makers

European Union countries are expected to increase their combined defense spending this year, which is likely to boost sales among arms contractors.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4

Trump mulls replacing Hegseth with DeSantis for defense secretary

President-elect Trump is reportedly considering replacing Pete Hegseth as his nominee for defense secretary with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis after new allegations surfaced about Hegseth from his own ...

NBC News - Dec. 4

President-elect Trump considers replacing Hegseth for defense secretary, sources say

President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing his pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, sources say. The embattled Fox News host is facing allegations of ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Hegseth says he loves his mother as Trump considers switching defense secretary pick to DeSantis

Pete Hegseth's mother joined Fox News Wednesday morning to defend her son and dismiss a critical email she wrote years ago about his behavior toward women. CBS News congressional reporter Nikole ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Trump considering replacing Hegseth with DeSantis for defense secretary

President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing Fox News host Pete Hegseth, his embattled pick for defense secretary, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Defense for Nima Momeni claims Bob Lee did drugs with murder weapon

Attorneys for defendant Nima Momeni on Tuesday wrapped up their closing argument with a surprise video clip they claimed showed stabbing victim and Cash App founder Bob Lee doing cocaine with the ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Trump Considers DeSantis for Defense Secretary as His Support for Hegseth Falters

President-elect Donald J. Trump is weighing his options, even as Pete Hegseth meets with senators to muster support. Accusations of past misconduct have threatened his nomination from the start.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Eye Opener: Trump considers replacing Pete Hegseth for defense secretary nomination

Sources tell CBS News that Donald Trump may replace his controversial pick for defense secretary with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Also, airline executives are on Capitol Hill today as Congress ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Trump considering replacing Pete Hegseth with Ron DeSantis for defense secretary

Amid allegations of heavy drinking and the mistreatment of women, President-elect Trump could be looking to replace Pete Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as his pick for defense ...

NBC News - Dec. 4

Trump considering replacing Hegseth with DeSantis for defense secretary pick, sources tell CBS News

Sources tell CBS News President-elect Donald Trump is considering making Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis his pick for secretary of defense after allegations of misconduct surfaced from Pete Hegseth's ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Trump considers replacing Pete Hegseth, his embattled defense pick, with Ron DeSantis

President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing embattled defense secretary choice Pete Hegseth with Florida Gov.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Ron DeSantis, Joni Ernst potential defense secretary nominees if Hegseth drops out

Sources familiar with private discussions tell ABC News that a growing list of replacements is emerging to possibly replace Pete Hegseth as defense secretary nominee.

ABC News - Dec. 4

As global defense spending surges, South Korean arms makers look like a clear winner

A steady increase in global expenditure, combined with growing geopolitical uncertainties has provided South Korean arms makers with larger global markets.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Trump considering replacing Hegseth as defense secretary pick according to newspaper reports

President-elect Donald Trump faces further problems as he tries to fill top government jobs. His pick to head the DEA has withdrawn from consideration and lawmakers are voicing concerns over his ...

NBC News - Dec. 4

Wiggins, Schieffelin and Clemson's defense hold down No. 4 Kentucky for a 70-66 win

Chauncey Wiggins scored 12 points and Ian Schieffelin had 11 points and a career-high 20 rebounds as Clemson shut down No. 4 Kentucky for a 70-66 victory in the SEC/ACC Challenge

ABC News - Dec. 4

Deion Sanders Said the Heisman Trophy Was ‘Clinched.’ He Might Be Right.

The race for college football’s prestigious award is all but over, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for defense secretary, on shaky ground

Pete Hegseth, a military veteran and Fox News personality picked by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as defense secretary, is facing headwinds on Capitol Hill amid allegations of sexual ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

How good is Corbin Burnes? And where might the former Cy Young winner sign this winter?

Burnes' strikeout rate has been declining, but he's still one of the top 10 pitchers in MLB.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Fantasy Football Playoff Defense (DST) Rankings

Which defenses can you trust to bring you to a fantasy football championship?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Fantasy Football Rankings: Top defenses for Week 14

The fantasy football experts of Yahoo Fantasy reveal their Week 14 defense rankings.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

South Korean defense ministry says martial law will remain in place until president lifts decree

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, saying the decree would protect the country from what he called "anti-state groups" and "threats of North Korea's communist forces." NBC ...

NBC News - Dec. 3

Boeing’s volatile bonds could outshine the defense sector next year

Boeing Co. was named a “best idea” by the U.S. investment-grade team at CreditSights on Tuesday, on expectations the troubled aerospace company can stabilize its ratings and provide a path to ...

MarketWatch - Dec. 3

Earn $800,000? You Might Get Financial Aid at an Elite N.Y.C. School.

The average tuition of $65,000 a year at private schools has separated New York’s truly rich, who can afford to pay full tuition, from its merely wealthy.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Why Republicans Might Oppose Trump’s Push to Undo Biden’s Triumphs

President Biden wants to make it more difficult for President-elect Donald J. Trump to repeal his signature legislation, which sent money flowing to Republican districts nationwide.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Tuberville praises defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth amid misconduct allegations

Following his meeting Monday with Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth, Sen. Tommy Tuberville told reporters Hegseth would be "great" for the position.

ABC News - Dec. 3

Week 13 Takeaways: Broncos continue to win despite uncharacteristic defensive lapse

NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Trump's defense pick, Pete Hegseth, faces new misconduct allegations

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, is facing new misconduct allegations after previous allegations of sexual assault. CBS News confirmed Hegseth was forced to ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

The White House Goes on the Defense, and Israel and Hezbollah Trade Fire

Plus, mail trucks get a “goofy” upgrade.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Putin makes it official: Russia is all in on defense spending

Yahoo News - Dec. 3

Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense

Julius Randle scored 18 points and Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Los Angeles Lakers 109-80

ABC News - Dec. 3

Trump's Defense pick, Pete Hegseth, faces new media report on alleged alcohol abuse, sexual impropriety

Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of Defense, was investigated in 2017 for an alleged sexual assault.

CNBC - Dec. 3