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- 0:00[SPEAKER_00]: President Donald Trump has publicly defended defense Secretary Pete Higgsith amid growing pressure, following the Republicans' losses in the 2026 midterm elections.
- 0:12[SPEAKER_00]: Speaking to reporters at the White House on November 4, Trump dismissed any thoughts of replacing Higgsith.
- 0:19[SPEAKER_00]: He stated, no, I think he's doing a very good job showing support for Higgsith.
- 0:25[SPEAKER_00]: This support comes as Republican Senator Tom Tilley's warns that Heggseth faces serious trouble with lawmakers.
- 0:33[SPEAKER_00]: Democrats have gained control of both chambers of Congress, which will increase scrutiny of Heggseth's role in the Iran War.
- 0:41[SPEAKER_00]: Trump acknowledged the conflict's negative impact on Republicans, particularly concerning rising fuel costs and living expenses.
- 0:50[SPEAKER_00]: However, he reaffirmed that he would make the same decision regarding Iran again,
- 0:55[SPEAKER_00]: Heggseth has been a strong supporter of the military campaign, facing intensified scrutiny from lawmakers and the public alike.
- 1:04[SPEAKER_00]: Tilly's highlighted that Heggseth's difficult relationship with Congress undermines efforts to secure a crucial $1.5 trillion defense spending proposal.
- 1:15[SPEAKER_00]: Moreover, Heggseth faces the threat of impeachment due to accusations of launching military action against Iran without congressional approval.
- 1:25[SPEAKER_00]: with major investigations anticipated.
- 1:28[SPEAKER_00]: Hexith's leadership is under significant scrutiny in the post-election landscape.