Pete Hegseth, Fox News Host, Considers Run for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Hegseth, a conservative commentator and former Army officer, has been a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump.
Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and conservative commentator, is considering a run for the U.S. Senate in Minnesota, according to multiple reports.
Hegseth, a former Army officer, has been a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump and has frequently appeared on Fox News to defend Trump's policies.
If Hegseth enters the race, he would face an uphill battle in a state that has trended Democratic in recent years.
He would likely face a crowded field of Republican candidates, including former state senator Karin Housley and businessman Mike McFadden.
The winner of the Republican primary would face incumbent Democratic Sen. Tina Smith in the general election.
Hegseth's potential candidacy has been met with mixed reactions.
Some Republicans have welcomed the news, seeing Hegseth as a strong conservative voice who could help the party win back the Senate.
Others have expressed concern about Hegseth's lack of political experience and his close ties to Trump.
Hegseth has not yet announced whether he will run for Senate, but he has said that he is "seriously considering" it.
If he does decide to run, he would likely face a tough challenge, but he could also energize the Republican base in Minnesota.