Trump defends Hegseth as Democrats prepare for political war

Thank you very much. Two days after deep Republican losses in the midterm elections, Donald Trump signed a new executive order that couldn't be further from his party's woes, giving National Monument protection to the Oval Office. I want to say, let's not have Oval anymore, let's make it square. What happens is they have to go back to Congress. On Wednesday, it was the White House ballroom. Monday, the reflecting pool. Now, at his proposed arch near Arlington National Cemetery, protesters have had enough. Tuesday night's elections made it abundantly clear the people are in no mood to tolerate hubris. Many Republicans blame their losses on the war in Iran. But Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is punching back, vowing to stay the course. We are more determined than ever, more resolute than ever to finish what we have started. Despite calls for Hegseth to step down, Trump confirming in a video provided by the White House, he's not going anywhere. Pete Hegseth has done a fantastic job. The Democrats, now with a powerful new mandate controlling both the House and Senate, say they're focusing on what voters want. Our first bills and acts are going to be about lowering costs, making sure health care is affordable for everyone. And from Michigan's new senator-elect, a spotlight on Canada-U.S. relations. This tariff war in Canada is insane. It makes zero sense. There is no economic reason why we are... Having a tariff war with our biggest trading partner, that has to end. The Democrats are widening their margins in the House and could still pick up two new Senate seats, including in Mississippi, where the party could win their first seat since 1982. Still, a touch of caution. Many Americans from across the political spectrum are still skeptical of our party, and that's okay. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to earn back their trust. With dozens of racists still waiting for results, the number of Democrats that will help with that effort could still grow. Krish Reyes, CBC News, New York.