Trump backs embattled Defense Secretary Hegseth

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President Donald Trump says he continues to support Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, responding "No, I think he's doing a very good job" when asked if he would fire him, according to AFP. The statement follows media reports that Trump questioned Hegseth's future in his administration after the Republicans' midterm election loss, with CBS News sources saying Trump discussed the matter with close aides to find a scapegoat. Democrats have previously attempted to impeach Hegseth, though Republicans blocked the effort while holding a House majority. Vice President JD Vance has cited the Iran war as the main reason for the Republican defeat.


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