https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/12/sen-joni-ernst-secretly-campaigns-torpedo-pete-hegseths/
According to sources, Ernst’s efforts were relentless, involving multiple calls to Trump, described by an insider as “constant nagging.”
These claims were echoed by Mark Levin, stating, “I am told that Joni Ernst is the ringleader seeking to derail Pete Hegseth’s nomination by President Trump for Defense Secretary.”
He continued, “She has worked to organize Republican opposition in the Senate and deny Hegseth a rollcall vote on his nomination. All she needs is 4 or 5 Republicans to go along with her. She has also been involved in a press campaign against Hegseth. Lindsey Graham has also lobbied hard against Hegseth.”