In this mid-term election in the United States, the Republican Party suffered a major defeat, and the Democratic Party gained control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The Iran war policy of the Trump administration and its economic implications became important issues of debate during the election. Against this backdrop, the issue of whether U.S. Defense Secretary Hagel will continue in his position has attracted widespread attention.
On November 4th, local time, United States President Donald Trump stated that he is not considering replacing Hessel and affirmed his work.
During the interview with reporters that day, when asked whether he considered replacing Haggis, Trump replied, "No, I think he’s doing a very good job."
However, Trump’s public statement contradicts previous reports suggesting that Hagersees might be replaced.
Several people familiar with the matter said that after the Republican Party's losses in the midterm elections, Trump asked his advisors and allies whether Haggis should continue to serve in his position. Other sources said that Trump has not yet made a final decision regarding Haggis' continued service.
Meanwhile, Hagerseeth also faces pressure from the Democrats. Before the mid-term elections, Democrats had already tried to impeach Hagerseeth, and with the Democrats gaining control of both houses of Congress, the possibility of an impeachment proceeding may increase further.
