# Trump Defends Hegseth, Denies U.S. Munitions Shortage Amid War

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Podcast: [CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cnn-newsnight-with-abby-phillip-6884376)
Published: 2026-08-07T03:58:00+00:00
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## Resource

Is the United States running out of firepower to fight wars? The President denies friction with Pete Hegseth over munitions and worries its weakening his hand against Iran.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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