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Meanwhile, prominent figures like Elizabeth Warren, Amy Klobuchar, and Angus King employed aggressive and sometimes incoherent rhetoric, exposing the fractured state of the opposition. Despite this barrage, Hegseth maintained his composure, and his performance was so compelling that even some previously hesitant Republicans, such as Senator Joanie Arnt, shifted to a favorable stance, turning a potential "no" into a “yes.” This reaction underscores a growing perception that Hegseth’s confirmation is effectively assured, signaling a broader shift in political dynamics.