‘As Long As Donald Trump Wants Me’: Hegseth Vows To Stay As Trump’s Defense Nominee Amid Challenges
1 sourceUpdated Jul 1, 2026
Despite doubts among some about his chances, Pete Hegseth said Thursday he intends to stay on as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of Defense. Hegseth told reporters he has no plans to withdraw his…
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