# Hegseth considering presidential run, sources tell NBC News

https://mins.news/en/video/36223

- NBC News, 2026-08-28 22:44 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oG6JpzoujI8

> Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering a 2028 presidential campaign, according to sources. Two people familiar with the situation said Hegseth and his wife, Jennifer, have discussed the possibility for months and believe he shares some qualities that have helped make Donald Trump popular with the MAGA movement.

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