Trump says he won't fire Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

ru.apa.az (Russian) —

US President Donald Trump said he does not intend to dismiss Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, praising his performance in the role. Trump also suggested Hegseth could successfully run for a Senate seat. Trump's statement follows a CBS News report that he was discussing Hegseth's possible resignation with aides after the Republican Party's defeat in the midterm elections. No final decision on replacing the Pentagon chief has been made. Democrats had sought Hegseth's removal before the elections, and such efforts are expected to intensify after they gain control of both chambers of Congress. Trump noted Hegseth would be popular as a senator.


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