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Donald Trump says he thinks Pete Hegseth can get confirmed: ‘He’s a very smart guy’
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Donald Trump says he thinks Pete Hegseth can get confirmed: ‘He’s a very smart guy’
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Donald Trump says he thinks Pete Hegseth can get confirmed: ‘He’s a very smart guy’

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During an exclusive interview, President-elect Donald Trump tells Kristen Welker that he has confidence in Pete Hegseth, his pick to lead the Defense Department. Later in the interview, Kristen followed up about Hegseth’s prospects for being confirmed. Watch more of the wide-ranging interview on Sunday's 'Meet the Press.'Dec. 6, 2024

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