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Is Pete Hegseth getting fired?

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing pressure amid reports that Donald Trump had considered replacing him, although the president has since publicly backed him. Meanwhile, a…

Is Pete Hegseth getting fired?
Is Pete Hegseth getting fired? — image via Economic Times — Credit: Economic Times

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing pressure amid reports that Donald Trump had considered replacing him, although the president has since publicly backed him. Meanwhile, a possible impeachment vote in the House of Representatives could take place as early as next week, with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie pushing for action over allegations that Hegseth exceeded his constitutional authority.

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