Trump Continues to Support Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary Nominee

washington - President-elect Donald Trump has once again expressed his support for Pete Hegseth, whom he previously nominated as Secretary of Defense.

President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his confidence in Pete Hegseth, his nominee for Secretary of Defense. In an interview with NBC News, Trump stated that he believes in Hegseth's capabilities. However, Hegseth's nomination came under scrutiny when reports emerged of his excessive alcohol consumption while working as a Fox News host and his involvement in a sexual misconduct case. The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump was considering Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, as a replacement for Hegseth. Despite this, Trump has continued to express his support for Hegseth, praising him for his leadership qualities and charisma. Trump referred to Hegseth as a 'WINNER' and emphasized his unwavering support on Truth Social.