# US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's future in question after midterms setback

> US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces potential removal after midterms loss.
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## 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
On Thursday, November 5, he issued a video message vowing to fight efforts in Congress to impeach him.
## Hegseth defends Iran war
Hegseth defended the Iran war as 'courageous and historic' in his video statement.

> courageous and historic
## Midterms 2026 results
Democrats won a historic victory in the November 3, 2026 midterms.
## Political context
Tech giants lost $1 trillion in one day after Democrats' midterms victory.
## Next steps
Hegseth faces potential removal from office following midterms setback.
## Key takeaway

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's future is uncertain following Democratic victory in November 2026 midterms.