A potential post-election clash looms between President Trump and lawmakers over the future of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, as Democrats intensify calls for his removal and threaten to block funding unless he is dismissed. The standoff comes amid growing tensions over U.S. military strategy in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and concerns about the Iran war, raising questions about Pentagon leadership and bipartisan cooperation. With both parties dug in, the dispute could test Trump’s ability to navigate divisions within his own ranks while facing resistance from Democrats on a key national security issue. The outcome may hinge on whether the president prioritizes stability at the Pentagon or risks a funding showdown with Congress.
President Trump is headed for a showdown with Democrats and members of his party after Election Day over Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s future leadership of the Pentagon, the Iran war and the Russia-Ukraine war. Democrats are stepping up their demands that Trump fire Hegseth after the midterm elections and warning they won’t support funding...
