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US Defense Secretary 'considering run for next presidential election'... Hegses '100% false'
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US Defense Secretary 'considering run for next presidential election'... Hegses '100% false'

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • US Defense Secretary Pete Hegses is reportedly considering a run for the 2028 presidential election, according to NBC citing anonymous sources.
  • Sources suggest Hegses possesses qualities appealing to Trump's base, such as a strong personality and conservative views.
  • Hegses has vehemently denied the report, calling it '100% false' and accusing NBC of lying, while the Pentagon stated his focus remains on his current role.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegses is reportedly exploring a potential bid for the presidency in 2028, according to a report by NBC citing multiple anonymous sources. The broadcaster claims that Hegses and his wife have privately discussed the possibility of a presidential run with acquaintances in recent months.

100% false

— Pete HegsesDenying the report about his potential presidential candidacy.

Sources cited by NBC suggest that Hegses is perceived as having attributes that could resonate with supporters of former President Donald Trump's 'Make America Great Again' movement. His assertive demeanor and conservative positions on social issues are highlighted as potential strengths in such a campaign.

NBC is lying, citing anonymous sources.

— Pete HegsesAccusing the broadcaster of fabricating the story.

However, Secretary Hegses has strongly refuted these claims. Taking to social media platform X, formerly Twitter, he declared the report to be '100% false,' accusing NBC of fabricating the story based on anonymous sources. A spokesperson for the Pentagon echoed this denial, emphasizing that the Defense Secretary's sole focus is on leading the Department of Defense and dismissing any speculation about a presidential candidacy as 'foolish.'

Secretary Hegses will not run for president. His top priority is leading the Department of Defense. All other speculation is foolish.

— Pentagon spokespersonReiterating the denial and stating the Defense Secretary's current focus.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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