Hegseth hits out after reports Trump could replace him with DeSantis

US media suggest the president-elect could replace Pete Hegseth, whose selection is under intense scrutiny.

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Trump is considering replacing Pete Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the BBC's partner CBS News reported, after Hegseth's nomination came under intense scrutiny.

Since Trump nominated the former Fox News host, questions about Hegseth's qualifications have been raised - and a past sexual assault allegation has surfaced.

Hegseth has denied any wrongdoing, and was never arrested or charged.

Hegseth, on Wednesday, did not address the DeSantis reports directly and told reporters that Trump had told him to "keep going, keep fighting".

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr564zd43l9o

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