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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's future in question after midterms setback
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces potential removal after midterms loss.
In brief
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces potential removal after midterms loss. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's future is uncertain following Democratic victory in November 2026 midterms. Originally reported by France24.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's future is in question after Tuesday's November 3 midterms setback.
Hegseth's video statement
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“courageous and historic”
Midterms 2026 results
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Political context
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Next steps
Hegseth faces potential removal from office following midterms setback.
Here's the gist
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's future is uncertain following Democratic victory in November 2026 midterms.
