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Hegseth's Support in Congress Slips Despite Trump's Backing
Original: Hegseth Is Trump’s Untouchable Warrior—But His Support in Congress Is Slipping
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remains firmly protected by President Trump, but his backing on Capitol Hill is weakening, according to the Wall Street Journal. Lawmakers who once tolerated his controversies are growing wary, raising questions about how long his political cover can hold as friction within the president's own party builds.
Why now: Fresh reporting suggests Republican congressional patience with the defense secretary is wearing thin despite Trump's continued support.
Pete HegsethDonald TrumpUS CongressWall Street Journal
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