The outgoing senator's admissions serve as a public reversal of his support for the appointments of two cabinet officials. His reflections on the confirmation process and his role in securing those positions are detailed throughout the recently published book.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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GOP Sen. Thom Tillis Regrets Deciding Vote to Confirm Pete Hegseth
US Politics15 days ago
The confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary was a mistake that should have been prevented, Republican Sen. Thom Tillis wrote in a new book. Tillis further identified his deciding vote to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as the "biggest regret" of his professional career.
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