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Coverage dated November 4, 2026 to November 5, 2026

Hegseth not in consideration for Tennessee Senate: Report

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly not in consideration to replace Tennessee Gov.-elect Marsha Blackburn’s (R) open Senate seat. An Associated Press report, citing a person familiar with the matter who discussed the private conversations on condition of anonymity, stated that Hegseth is no…

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  1. The Hill

    Trump: Hegseth would be 'very popular' as Tennessee senator (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    President Trump said Wednesday he is not considering replacing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth but predicted the Pentagon chief would be “very popular” if he filled Sen. Marsha Blackburn's (R-Tenn.) seat.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Hegseth is not under consideration as jockeying begins for Tennessee Senate seat, AP source says (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Tennessee Rep. Tim Burchett says he wants to replace Sen. Marsha Blackburn when she becomes governor in January

  3. Breitbart News

    Report: Pete Hegseth Not a Contender for Tennessee Senate (opens Breitbart News)

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    Breitbart News's feed description

    Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is reportedly not being considered as a contender for the Tennessee Senate amid rumors.

  4. Washington Examiner

    Hegseth not being considered for Blackburn’s Tennessee Senate seat: Report (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) is reportedly not considering War Secretary Pete Hegseth as her replacement in the upper chamber once she is sworn in as Tennessee’s governor. Blackburn defeated Democrat Jerri Green in Tennessee’s gubernatorial election on Tuesday, holding 45.

  5. The Hill

    Hegseth not in consideration for Tennessee Senate: Report (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly not in consideration to replace Tennessee Gov.-elect Marsha Blackburn’s (R) open Senate seat. An Associated Press report, citing a person familiar with the matter who discussed the private conversations on condition of anonymity, stated that Hegseth is no…

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