During Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing, he vowed to reinstate and reimburse troops who were dismissed for refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine years ago.

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Trump picks Pete Hegseth for secretary of defense

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President-elect Trump names Pete Hegseth, Fox News host and Army veteran, as Secretary of Defense, citing his "America First" stance.

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