Trump Downplays Early Speculation Regarding Hegseth 2028 Campaign
President Donald Trump has dismissed rumors about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mounting a 2028 presidential bid, labeling such discussions premature. He emphasized that the administration must first navigate the upcoming midterm elections before addressing future leadership transitions.
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Trump says it's 'very early' to talk about a Hegseth 2028 presidential campaign - Reuters
Trump says it's 'very early' to talk about a Hegseth 2028 presidential campaign Reuters
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