US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing criticism from Republicans following the party’s heavy losses in the November midterm elections.
According to CNN, several GOP lawmakers believe Hegseth played a key role in persuading President Donald Trump to launch military action against Iran without a clear exit strategy.
Trump, however, has defended Hegseth and dismissed suggestions that he could be removed. The president said the defence secretary was performing well and remained committed to keeping him in office.
With Democrats set to control Congress in January, Hegseth could face investigations into the Pentagon’s decisions. He has vowed to defend his record and remain in the administration.
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Republican lawmakers are pinning blame for the midterm loss on Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth for advocating for Iran war, with CNN report saying a vote to impeach him could take place as soon as next week https://t.co/pPLUG28DKw
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