President-elect Donald Trump on Friday publicly expressed support of Pete Hesgeth, his embattled pick to lead the Pentagon, following Hesgeth’s whirlwind week of meetings with lawmakers, negative press and speculation that Trump could soon replace him.
In a post on the Trump-owned Truth Social social media site, Trump said that Hegseth was doing well.
“His support is strong and deep, much more so than the Fake News would have you believe. He was a great student – Princeton/Harvard educated – with a Military state of mind. He will be a fantastic, high energy, Secretary of Defense, one who leads with charisma and skill. Pete is a WINNER, and there is nothing that can be done to change that!!!” Trump said.
