President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing Pete Hegseth, his controversial nominee to lead the Pentagon, with his former 2024 rival, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, people familiar with the discussions said Tuesday the Wall Street Journal.

The move comes at a time when Hegseth, a 44-year-old Army veteran and former Fox News personality, is under increasing scrutiny over allegations of sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement.

The defense secretary post requires Senate confirmation, and Hegseth faces an increasingly tough battle to win over GOP members with concerns about his past.

According to NBC News, up to six Senate Republicans have expressed reservations about confirming Hegseth for the top Pentagon role.

According to the Wall Street Journal, DeSantis, a former Navy attorney general, was on a shortlist of potential defense secretary candidates presented to Trump by transition officials before he chose Hegseth.

This is a developing story. Check back to find out more.