TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WSVN) – The Wall Street Journal reports that President-elect Donald Trump is considering the possibility of replacing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Florida.
According to reports Tuesday night, President Trump will consider replacing Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis if he withdraws his nomination.
The possibility of a successor has emerged as Hegseth has been criticized for numerous allegations including binge drinking and sexual assault.
There have been signs in recent days that some Republican senators are not supporting Hegseth’s nomination.
The Journal reports, citing people familiar with the matter, that Trump’s allies believe Hegseth cannot survive further controversy, and the next 48 hours are critical in determining Hegseth’s role at the Pentagon. He pointed out that it would be.
According to reports, Mr. DeSantis was on a previous list of nominees for defense secretary, but Mr. Trump ultimately chose Mr. Hegseth.
However, as suspicions against Hegseth continue to rise, sources have shared that President Trump is currently considering DeSantis and several other candidates on the initial list, leading to Hegseth’s nomination being canceled. It turns out.
Hegseth is expected to give an interview to Fox News on Wednesday.
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