A top Trump administration official has dismissed speculation about a potential shake-up at the Pentagon, insisting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remains in the president’s good graces despite recent political setbacks for Republicans. The president suggested Hegseth could become a prominent figure if he pursued an open Senate seat, calling him a potential standout candidate. The remarks come amid broader discussions about leadership changes following the party’s underperformance in recent elections. Whether Hegseth’s role at the Defense Department will shift—or if he’ll seek higher office—remains unclear.
President Trump said Wednesday he is not considering replacing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth but predicted the Pentagon chief would be “very popular” if he filled Sen. Marsha Blackburn's (R-Tenn.) seat. “No, I think he's doing a very good job,” the president said when asked whether he is considering replacing Hegseth following the Republican Party's poor...
