President Trump Reportedly Considers Replacing Defense Sec. Mark Esper

The transcript discusses Mark Esper's disagreements with the president on using federal agents against protesters and banning the Confederate flag at military institutions. Despite these differences, Esper remains committed to his role as Secretary of Defense. He plans to leave after the election, regardless of the outcome. The transcript also notes that it's common for presidents to change their administrations in their second terms.

What was one of the issues on which Esper and the president disagreed?

• The use of federal agents against protesters

• The deployment of troops overseas

• The appointment of new generals

• The budget for military spending

What action did Esper take regarding the Confederate flag?

• He encouraged its use in military ceremonies

• He ignored the issue

• He issued a de facto ban on it

• He supported its display at military institutions

What does Esper's role as Secretary of Defense emphasize?

• Economic policies

• Commitment to duty, honor, and country

• Personal achievements

• Political affiliations

What did Esper reportedly plan to do after the election?

• Run for a political office

• Retire from public service

• Leave his position

• Continue in his role regardless of the outcome

What is a common practice for presidents entering a second term?

• Reducing the number of federal agents

• Increasing military spending

• Changing up their administrations

• Maintaining the same administration