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Trump Doubles Down on Backing Hegseth: ‘Pete Is a WINNER’

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The president-elect claims support for his defense pick is “strong and deep.”

Dan Ladden-Hall
Dan Ladden-Hall 

Breaking News Editor

Donald Trump posted a message of support for Pete Hegseth, his pick for defense secretary, on Truth Social.
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Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

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