Trump backs Hegseth, dismisses resignation talk

US President Donald Trump said he is satisfied with the work of Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth and does not consider dismissing him. "No, I think he is doing a great job," Trump told reporters on Wednesday when asked about a possible resignation. Earlier on Wednesday, CBS News reported, citing sources, that the US leader was discussing Hegseth's future with advisers after Democrats' victory in the US midterm elections. The Democratic Party secured majorities in both houses of Congress following the November 3 elections. Republicans also performed poorly in gubernatorial races in several states, including Texas, and lost in other traditionally Republican states. US media noted this indicates Trump disappointed voters even within his own party.