It was too convenient to blame others. But watching Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi defend Pete Hegseth at the latter’s recent confirmation hearing was just too much for me to remain silent.

Pete Hegseth, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon, faces a key procedural hurdle in the Senate on Thursday on advancing his nomination. The vote will occur after lawmakers consider the nomination of John Ratcliffe for CIA director.

It was too convenient to blame others. But watching Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi defend Pete Hegseth at the latter’s recent confirmation hearing was just too much for me to remain silent. For those who may not be familiar with Senator Wicker ...