India, Nov. 6 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated his backing for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying he has "every intention" of retaining him as the pressure mounts for him to step down after the Republican Party's losses in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections. He also admitted to getting calls about Hegseth's departure from the cabinet. President Trump made the supportive remarks during an interview with American channel ABC News.

President Trump Backs Hegseth

President Trump has reaffirmed his support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has come under intense scrutiny amid the Iran war. Speaking to ABC News', he said that "I have every intention to keep him,

He is also very much aware about the dissatisfaction with Heg...