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Who will be the final nominee for Secretary of Defense by January 31, 2025?
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Donald Trump•Pete Hegseth•Florida•Ron DeSantis•Wall Street Journal•Hegseth•Fox News•Trump•DeSantis•Navy•the Pentagon
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Trump May Replace Defense Nominee Hegseth with Governor DeSantis Amid Confirmation Concerns
Dec 4, 2024, 03:41 AM
President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing his nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. Hegseth, a former Fox News host, is facing concerns over his ability to secure confirmation. Trump allies reportedly believe that DeSantis, a former Navy officer, could be a strong candidate to lead the Pentagon. The next 48 hours are considered crucial for Hegseth's nomination.
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