EXCLUSIVEFOR SUBSCRIBERS2028 electionThe defense secretary has floated a White House run with close friends and associates, two people said. And Hegseth sparked speculation with an event in Iowa this month.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeals to President Donald Trump's base, the sources argued.Daniel Heuer / Bloomberg via Getty ImagesAug. 28, 2026, 5:40 PM EDTWASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told close friends and associates that he is considering a run for president in 2028, according to two people familiar with the conversations.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Pete Hegseth is talking about a possible run for president in 2028, sources say
The defense secretary has floated a White House run with close friends and associates, two people said. And Hegseth sparked speculation with an event in Iowa this month.
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