Trump says he has ‘every intention’ of keeping Pete Hegseth as pressure grows to oust War Secretary

Trump said he intends to keep Pete Hegseth as Secretary of War, despite growing calls for his removal after Democrats’ sweeping midterm election victories. Hegseth has drawn criticism over his handling of the war in Iran, and some Republicans have urged Trump to replace him.

Retiring Senator Thom Tillis is among those pressing for a change while Republicans still hold a Senate majority. The House could vote on a resolution to impeach Hegseth as soon as next week, and Democrats have said they plan to pursue impeachment if he remains in office when the new Congress begins on 3 January.