Senate Democrats are reportedly considering pushing for the removal of the Secretary of Defense in the post-election lame-duck session, with potential backing from some Republicans, as part of negotiations over defense policy. The move appears tied to political calculations rather than immediate crises, with discussions focused on reshaping Pentagon leadership ahead of a new administration. Sources suggest the push could gain traction as part of broader legislative deals, though no formal action has been taken. The Defense Department has yet to comment on the speculation.
Senate Democrats are quietly floating the ouster of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after the Nov. 3 election as the political price for cooperation on key defense-related issues in the post-election lame duck session, and they may have some GOP support to shake-up the Pentagon’s leadership, according to Senate sources. The Defense Department has set...
