Pete Hegseth tried to impress Donald Trump as he revealed the advice he gave him when he appointed him United States Secretary of Defense. His imitation of the president and comments came during a campaign rally for former Navy SEAL Ed Galren in Northern Kentucky. In 2024, before choosing her to lead the Pentagon, Trump had publicly endorsed her and shown massive support despite her being surrounded by several controversies at the time.
Pete Hegseth does Donald Trump impression during rally
On May 19, Hegseth attended a campaign rally for Galren, who is running against Representative Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s Republican primary. During the address, he reflected on the timing of his appointment as Defense Secretary, revealing the advice he received from the President. “When they first offered me this job, they said, ‘Pete, you’ve got to be tough as s***.’ They’re going to come after you.” he said, imitating Trump’s voice, which brought laughter from the crowd. Then he switched to his own voice and revealed that the president’s advice was actually correct (via ). People).
Before taking oath in office, trump Highly praised for his defense selection true social In 2024. He wrote, “Pete Hegseth is doing great. His support is strong and deep, much more so than the Fake News would have you believe. He was a great student – Princeton/Harvard educated – with a military mindset. He will be a brilliant, high-energy, Secretary of Defense who leads with charisma and skill. Pete is a winner, and nothing can be done to change that!!!”
At the time, although Hegseth received Trump’s support for the role, he also faced widespread backlash over his many controversies, including sexual harassment, excessive drinking, and financial management issues. Before starting his political career, he was the co-host of Fox & Friends Weekend on Fox News Channel until 2024.
Originally reported by Shazmin Navrange Mandatory