Politics
Trump defends Hegseth but acknowledges easier path to replacing him before new Congress
The Hill·November 5, 2026·1 min read
President Trump said he intends to keep Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary but acknowledged it would be easier to confirm a replacement before Democrats take control of Congress next year. In an ABC News interview with Jonathan Karl, Trump expressed confidence in Hegseth while noting the political advantage of acting before the power shift.
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