Trump Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday morning that he has no plans to withdraw his name from consideration, revealing a recent call he had with President-elect Donald Trump.
“I spoke to the President-elect this morning. He said keep going, keep fighting, find your own way,” Hegseth told reporters.
Asked about withdrawing his name, the combat veteran responded, “Why would I back down? I’ve always been a fighter. I’m here for the warfighters. This is personal and passionate for me.”
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The next Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth: “I spoke to the President-elect this morning. He said keep going, keep fighting…
Why would I back down? I’ve always been a fighter. I’m here for the warfighters. This is personal & passionate for me.” 🔥
pic.twitter.com/LJFXkTBq1q— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) December 4, 2024
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