Hegseth calls impeachment push a political spectacle

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed an impeachment effort as a "political spectacle," following articles introduced by Republican Rep. Thomas Massie on Monday. Hegseth framed the move as an attack on military leadership. Massie filed the articles on the House floor, forcing a vote within two legislative days amid Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections, which some blame on the Iran war. Hegseth called it a "personal manifesto driven by ego and resentment." President Donald Trump defended Hegseth, stating he "won the war in Iran" and that the country's navy and air force were "obliterated." The House must now address the privileged measure, putting Republicans on record.


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