What the midterms could mean for Trump’s Cabinet

After Republicans’ heavy midterm defeat, President Donald Trump may face resignations or firings in his Cabinet as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress. A shake-up could help some officials distance themselves from an unpopular administration, while replacing them may become harder once Democrats have more influence over congressional oversight.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio could seek to distance himself ahead of a possible 2028 presidential bid. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, a prominent face of the Iran war, faces possible impeachment as soon as next week and is reportedly interested in a vacant Tennessee Senate seat. Trump has denied plans to replace Hegseth; any nominees he wants confirmed would likely need to be considered during the final two months of the current Republican Senate majority.