Trump says Hegseth doing 'a very good job' as questions swirl about his future
In the 2006 midterms, then-President George Bush fired Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld the morning after Democrats seized control of Congress. A Trump adviser said Pete Hegseth isn't safe from the same fate.
US President Donald Trump expressed confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's performance on Wednesday, Nov 4, following Democrats' victory in the midterm elections. This stance contrasted with past actions by then-President George Bush, who dismissed Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld after Democrats gained control of Congress in the 2006 midterms.
A Trump adviser suggested Hegseth might be at risk of being replaced due to his role in the unpopular Iran war. Hegseth has been a divisive figure, facing criticism, including impeachment accusations from Republican lawmakers, for allegedly bypassing Congress and leading military actions without proper authorization. Despite these challenges, Trump maintains that Hegseth is doing a "very good job" and could even represent the Pentagon in the Senate if a seat opens up.
However, the White House has indicated that any decision on Hegseth's future will be made after the election.
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