GOP Sen Thom Tillis urges Trump to replace Pete Hegseth, blasts Pentagon leadership
Sen. Tillis called for President Trump to replace War Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing the Pentagon chief of "creating a leadership void at the top of our military ranks."
- Why it matters
- Tillis is one of the few Senate Republicans willing to openly criticize a Trump appointee, signaling potential cracks in party backing for Hegseth during what may be a critical period for his tenure.
- Most affected
- Pete Hegseth — Faces renewed pressure to step down from a sitting senator of his party.
- Likely next
- Whether other Senate Republicans follow Tillis in calling for Hegseth's replacement, or whether Hegseth responds to the criticism.
Also reported by: BBC