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Democratic strategist reacts to Trump doubling down on Hegseth amid controversy

In an interview with NBC News, President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his support for Pete Hegseth, his choice to lead the Department of Defense, and said he does not believe Hegseth has a drinking problem following reports of excessive drinking. CNN's Wolf Blitzer talks to Republican commentator Scott Jennings and former Obama campaign adviser Ameshia Cross about the comments.

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