Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) issued a statement following the Senate’s confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense. Britt expressed strong support for the decision, highlighting Hegseth’s alignment with President Trump’s “peace through strength” doctrine and his focus on enhancing military readiness and deterrence capabilities.
“Voting to confirm Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense reaffirms my steadfast commitment to advancing President Trump’s doctrine of peace through strength,” Britt stated. “Secretary Hegseth will put our warfighters in the best position and return the Pentagon’s focus to our force’s lethality, providing a credible deterrent against our adversaries.”
During the confirmation process, Senator Britt emphasized Hegseth’s recognition of Alabama’s critical contributions to national defense. With installations such as Fort Novosel, Redstone Arsenal, Anniston Army Depot, Maxwell Air Force Base, and Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, Britt underscored the state’s integral role in supporting the U.S. military.
“After meeting with him during the confirmation process, I know Secretary Hegseth appreciates the importance of Alabama to our national defense,” Britt remarked. “I look forward to working with Secretary Hegseth to maximize the roles our great state’s installations, capabilities, and synergies play in supporting our men and women in uniform and protecting our nation long into the future.”
Hegseth’s confirmation marks a significant step in advancing defense initiatives, with particular attention to strengthening military infrastructure and capabilities across the country, including in Alabama.
